Spring/Summer 2026 Editorial Internship, UNSQ

work experience, we offer educational sessions featuring speakers from all departments of the company as well as networking and career development opportunities.

It would be ideal to have a candidate interested in the editorial work of an imprint that works on a wide range of books and non-book items across the Children's and Adult departments . The candidate should be able to work in a deadline-oriented environment and juggle multiple tasks at one time. Required knowledge of the Office suite of programs.

Who you are:

• Creative, curious, and unafraid to ask questions

• Interested in exploring a career in book publishing

• Self-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Enthusiastic and excited about discussing recent books you've read

• A keen interest in illustrated, visual, and lifestyle books (i.e., picture books, graphic novels, cookbooks, design books, etc.)

• Possess a great attitude and a desire to learn as well as excellent organizational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and contribute insights

• Resourceful with the ability to balance multiple responsibilities, work independently, and in a deadline-oriented environment

• Must be results driven, and take appropriate steps to achieve goals while taking ownership of situations as needed

• Proficient in the MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel

• Familiarity with Powerpoint, Adobe Acrobat, and InDesign is a plus

What you will learn:

• Log, review, and draft feedback on manuscript submissions

• Research industry and entertainment trends with goal of creating resource documents for the editorial team

• Understand an illustrated book schedule and aspects of the production process

• Understand how Editorial works with a variety of different departments daily, including Managing Editorial, Design, etc., to create books

• Assist with mailings and events as requested

• Draft feedback to be used in editorial letters

• General administrative duties

How to apply:
In order to be considered, all candidates must submit both a resume AND cover letter.

As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views, and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.

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