Digital & Social Media Intern (Marketing)

Harry N Abrams Inc•New York, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience at a leading publisher where creativity, collaboration, and storytelling come to life, ABRAMS may be the perfect place to start your career journey. As the first U.S. publisher dedicated to art and illustrated books—and an industry leader in visual and narrative publishing—ABRAMS is seeking a Digital & Social Media intern to join our Marketing team as part of our Spring 2026 Internship Program commencing on January 20, 2026. Over the course of this immersive, unpaid program (offered for academic credit only), interns will gain meaningful insight into the world of book publishing while contributing to real projects that drive our business forward. You’ll learn alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills in your area of interest, and participate in opportunities designed to broaden your understanding of the publishing industry. Our goal is to help prepare the next generation of publishing talent while fostering a passion for books, art, and culture. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a student interested in digital marketing, social media strategy, and consumer engagement within a leading trade publishing company. The Digital & Social Media Intern will work closely with the ABRAMS Digital and Social Media teams on projects spanning the creation, execution, and performance analysis of book-specific and event-driven campaigns. In this role, the intern will gain hands-on experience supporting major publishing brands such as Diary of a Wimpy Kid and The Lightlark Saga, as well as titles for children and adults created in partnership with Marvel, Lucasfilm, Netflix, and other major licensors. This internship provides exposure to both creative and analytical aspects of digital marketing while offering insight into how publishing brands connect with audiences across platforms.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a college program with a focus/major in English, Communications, Marketing, or Publishing
Have an interest in pursuing a career in publishing and a passion for books
Have an interest in social media and digital marketing
Proficiency in Mac OS and MS Office Suite, with strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro
Working knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok
Exhibit a keen eye for detail and demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills
Possess excellent writing and communication skills and work well in a collaborative team environment
Be excited and motivated to learn, grow, research, and solve problems

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, a plus

Responsibilities

Assisting with copywriting for social media and other digital marketing materials
Routing, organizing, and maintaining social media and digital assets
Coordinating consumer and influencer mailings
Participating in brainstorming sessions and contributing creative ideas
Conducting audience and consumer research
Updating and maintaining departmental organizational documents
Assisting with the evaluation and reporting of ROI for performance marketing campaigns
Learning strategies to maximize engagement and drive conversion across digital platforms
Learning and networking with ABRAMS employees, publishing professionals, and fellow interns during a summer internship experience for academic credit
Gaining hands-on exposure to the publishing industry, from concept to finished product
Supporting research, project work, and day-to-day tasks within your assigned department
Contributing ideas and providing creative input on department projects
Collaborating with cross-functional teams and learning about various areas of the publishing business
Participating in workshops and discussions designed to deepen your understanding of publishing trends and processes
Receiving coaching, mentorship, and feedback from experienced ABRAMS professionals