Managing Editorial Intern

Harry N Abrams Inc•New York, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

ABRAMS is seeking a Managing Editorial Intern to join their Managing Editorial team for the Fall Internship Program. This unpaid internship, offered for academic credit only, provides hands-on experience in book publishing. Interns will gain insight into the full lifecycle of book production, from copyediting to final files sent to the printer, and collaborate with various creative departments. The program aims to prepare future publishing talent by offering practical skill development, learning opportunities, and networking with industry professionals.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited academic institution.
This internship is not open to recent graduates.
Currently enrolled in a college program with a focus/major in English, publishing, or another relevant subject
Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
Proactive with strong communication and collaboration skills
Motivated to learn, grow, research, solve problems, and work closely with the Managing Editorial staff

Nice To Haves

Experience with copyediting and/or proofreading is not required
Located in the New York City area and able to come into our office on a hybrid basis, especially when first training. Some remote work will also be acceptable.

Responsibilities

Update title information in TMM (our database)
Check corrections in book layouts
Proofread book elements or marketing materials
Code manuscripts for Design
Request and review cover copy
Create copyright pages
Attend weekly department meetings
Overall assistance to the department
Learning and networking with ABRAMS employees, publishing professionals, and fellow interns during this 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