Summer 2027, Remote Internship, Christian Editorial, Adult

Bertelsmann-Jobs • New York, NY

5h • Remote

About The Position

Penguin Random House’s Christian Publishing Group is seeking a remote summer intern to support its adult nonfiction editorial department. The group publishes across Christian Living, Spiritual Growth, Inspirational, Faith & Culture, and Catholic categories, with a focus on books that inspire readers to live with deeper spiritual purpose and grow in their faith.

The internship provides exposure to the publishing process through editorial work, panels, networking events, and employee speaker series. The position is a paid, 10-week program running June 7 through August 12, 2027. Interns work 28 hours per week at $21 per hour. The position is remote and applicants must reside in the United States and be able to work primarily on Eastern Time. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter.

Requirements

• Must be ready to work full-time on or before June 2028; college enrollment or a degree is not required.
• Able to work 28 hours per week throughout the program.
• Available and committed to working June 7, 2027 through August 12, 2027.
• Must reside in the United States for the duration of the internship.
• Must be over 18 years old.
• Interest in adult nonfiction and faith-based Christian publishing.
• Must submit a resume and cover letter to be considered.
• Must be able to work primarily on Eastern Time.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate submissions and write reader’s reports.
• Perform backlist and repackaging evaluations.
• Attend virtual editorial meetings and provide insights based on personal reading and editors’ submissions.
• Support editorial teams with positioning and marketing copy, comparative-title research, sales data, trends, emerging authors, and podcasts.

Benefits

• Paid internship at $21 per hour.
• Internship program includes panels, networking events, and employee speaker series.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed