Summer 2026 Basic Books Group Editorial Internship

support our team by assisting editorial staff with projects pertaining to both Basic's frontlist and backlist. We are looking for a motivated and organized individual who is eager to learn about the publishing industry and be part of an intellectually curious team. This position is an opportunity for someone with an interest in serious ideas who wants to learn about all editorial facets of book publishing, from acquisition to post-publication.

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

Who you are:

• College student, graduating senior, or recent graduate

• Strong interest in nonfiction book publishing

• Comfortable working with books across nonfiction categories and the political spectrum

• Extremely detail oriented and organized

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

• Resourceful with the ability to balance multiple responsibilities and work independently

• Possess a great attitude and a desire to learn

• Proficient in MS Word and Excel

What you will learn:

• Draft descriptive copy and research comparative works and sales figures

• Review backlist titles for metadata and reprint update and correction

• Assist with book mailings and awards submissions

• Contribute to discussions of proposed books and potential authors

• Perform general administrative duties

How to apply :

In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a resume and a cover letter. The cover letter should (1) address the applicant's specific interest in the nonfiction publishing programs at Basic Books Group and (2) briefly discuss a piece of nonfiction writing (e.g. a book, a book review, or an essay or article) that changed how you think about something.

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.

Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.