Editorial Intern (Adult)
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 an Editorial Intern to join our Adult Editorial 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. As the Adult Editorial Intern, you will support our list of illustrated and narrative titles across a wide range of categories, including food and drink, fashion, photography, interior design, humor, pop culture, entertainment, sports, history, current affairs, memoir, and both literary and commercial fiction. While you will work primarily with the editorial team, you’ll also gain exposure to sales, marketing, publicity, design, managing editorial, and production. This role offers a valuable introduction to the publishing process and is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in book acquisition, editorial work, and the broader world of publishing.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong internet research skills
- Demonstrated interest in developing editorial skills and learning the publishing process
- Interest in the arts, trending culture, and visual/narrative publishing
- Strong analytical thinking, reading, and writing abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Consistent follow-through and attention to detail
- Reliable internet connection for a partially or fully remote role
- Ability to join video meetings via Microsoft Teams
Nice To Haves
- Reading proficiency in a second language is a plus, but not required
Responsibilities
- Supporting the acquisition process by conducting marketplace research
- Taking minutes at weekly editorial video meetings (must be available on Tuesday mornings)
- Reviewing passes of upcoming titles and proofreading materials, following style guides as directed
- Reading and evaluating both fiction and nonfiction submissions and writing reader's reports
- Updating metadata in our title database
- Providing general editorial support for the team
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
