Saga Press – Full-Time Job Opportunities
Saga Press, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, publishes fantasy, horror, science fiction, and interstitial speculative fiction. They have two full-time positions currently open: Publicity & Influencer Outreach Assistant, which will work with all of Saga’s Marketing and Publicity Department to help build bridges between legacy media and digital creator ecosystems across platforms; and Publishing & Editorial Assistant, which will support both the Publisher and the Senior Editor across a wide range of responsibilities spanning the publishing process. Both opportunities are rolling; apply ASAP.
Orbit – Summer 2026 Editorial Internship
Orbit is an award-winning science fiction and fantasy imprint of Hachette Book Group. They're looking for a summer intern to assist with their editorial operations from June 1-August 6 in their New York office. This intern will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience in the editorial world. They're looking for motivated individuals who are interested in learning about the sci-fi/fantasy publishing world and being part of a creative team. The internship is 28 hours/week, and PAID. The deadline to apply is rolling; to learn more, visit this page.
The Publishers Desk – Editorial Internship
The Publishers Desk is a management consulting firm that helps web publishers navigate the ever-changing world of digital advertising so that they can focus their time and energy on users, content, and branding. They are currently looking for young, enthusiastic journalists for an editorial internship for the summer. Interns will create content across their many brands. The internship is part-time and PAID, based remotely. Applications are due April 16. To apply, click here.
WW Norton – Trade Editorial Internship
WW Norton is the nation's oldest wholly employee-owned publishing house. Their mission is to publish "books that live." They are currently looking for a summer editorial intern for their Trade Books department. Interns will receive supportive, hands-on learning experience in publishing. This internship is part-time and PAID, based in-person at their Manhattan offices or virtual. Applications are due April 23. To apply, click here. WW Norton also has a number of other opportunities on their website; you can see the full list of open internships here.
WW Norton – Webinar Series
WW Norton is the nation's oldest wholly employee-owned publishing house. Their mission is to publish "books that live." They are holding a four-session webinar series from February through May (February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1), each at 2:00pm CST, wherein editors and marketers from the Norton Literature team will discuss how a degree in English can help applicants achieve careers in college/academic publishing. You can register for the webinars here.
We Need Diverse Books – Internship Grant Program
We Need Diverse Books (WNDB) is a nonprofit dedicated to making diverse literature accessible to all readers. They are currently accepting applications for their Internship Grant Program. Recipients receive a $3,000 grant so they can accept an internship in publishing. To be eligible for the program, you must identify from a diverse background (per their definition, linked here) and have received a paid internship offer from a participating WNDB partner publisher or literary agency (Partners linked here). The deadline to apply is May 1. To apply, click here.
Likely Story - Film & T.V Development Intern
Likely Story, an independent film and television production company, is looking for Film & T.V development intern for the summer. Interns would get a taste of the actual work involved in producing a movie, including script review, and seeing projects evolve throughout the production process through the theatrical release. This internship is fully remote and paid. Applications are due May 1. To apply, click here.
Babel Institute – Editorial Intern
Babel Institute is a new, independent, and nonpartisan public policy think tank dedicated to advancing practical policy solutions to the political, economic, and social challenges facing young people around the world. They are looking for an Editorial Intern for the summer, who will assist with their publication process by reviewing drafts, assisting with editing, and helping prepare written work for publication. The role will be focused on editing, written communication, and editorial review. Interns will receive a stipend for the duration of the summer. The deadline to apply is May 2 at 10:59pm CST; to learn more, visit this link.
Unwoven Literary Magazine – Digital Marketing Internship
Unwoven Literary is a nonprofit, annual literary magazine that publishes outstanding poetry, creative nonfiction, fiction and interdisciplinary art from emerging and established artists, and hosts writing workshops. They pay special attention in each edition to behind-the-scenes examinations of the life of professional creatives. They are looking for a remote Marketing Intern for Summer 2026 to help develop Unwoven Literary's brand online. Over the course of the position, the student intern will gain exposure to digital marketing efforts such as social and email campaigns, community outreach, and event planning. They will also leave the internship with one polished portfolio project of their choice. The deadline to apply is May 5. To learn more and apply, visit this page.
ENSPIRE Magazine – Editorial Assistant Intern
ENSPIRE is a digital and print media platform dedicated to inspiring culture, community, and creativity through positive storytelling. They spotlight entrepreneurs, creatives, changemakers, and experiences that uplift, inform, and connect. They are looking for a remote Editorial Assistant Intern for Summer 2026 with a sharp eye for detail, a passion for compelling storytelling, and a keen interest in the inner workings of a digital publication. The role will work on fact-checking, content creation, and editorial projects. The deadline to apply to this position is May 5 at 10:59pm CST. To learn more, visit this page.
Sourcebooks – Career in Books Webinar Series
Sourcebooks, a publishing house noted among the Most Innovative Companies list of 2024, and Best Workplaces for Innovators list of 2023, offers a free, semiregular webinar series called “A Career In Books”; in this series, Sourcebooks employees across different departments explain how they got into publishing, what they do day-to-day, and what advice they have for prospective publishing careers. There are no upcoming webinars, but the total archive of their previous events can be found here.
Contemporary Literary Publishing Lab – Writer's Match
The UChicago Contemporary Literary Publishing Lab (CLP) is facilitating a writer's match event! The event matches student writers from across universities based on genre interest. After participants are connected, they develop their own partnership based on their needs and schedules. If you are interested in being paired up with a fellow writer to share your work, give and get feedback, or just make friends with another writer, then fill out the form linked here.
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