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Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading U.S. trade publisher and a division of the third largest trade and educational book publisher in the world, Hachette Livre. HBG publishes great books for readers of all ages, more than 1,800 new books annually, in all formats—print, ebook, and audiobook—including many New York Times bestsellers. HBG is a dynamic place to work, a fast-paced and fun environment where new ideas in publishing are actively explored and encouraged. HBG is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Boston, MA; Lebanon, IN; Nashville, TN; Boulder, CO; Philadelphia, PA; and Berkeley, CA. HBG also owns Hachette Book Group Canada, Inc., a marketing and publicity company based in Toronto, ON.

Publishing Great Books Well
HBG’s staff is driven by a shared passion for books—and a desire to make significant contributions to culture. From editing to marketing to design, the HBG team is dedicated to bringing out exceptional content, whether it’s fiction, nonfiction, children’s literature, or audiobooks. HBG publishes major bestsellers and timely books that are part of the national conversation, and introduces exciting new voices to readers. 

A Dream Job
For people who are enthusiastic about books and culture, working at an energetic, forward-thinking publisher like HBG is a dream job. The company culture centers on valuing and supporting employees, and transparency and communication are paramount. Staff members are encouraged to use their strengths and challenge themselves and make their voices heard. HBG employees work hard, but they also have fun together. Whether they’re playing pool and eating pizza at the “Third Thursday” get-together every month or enjoying a group sci-fi movie night, Hachette’s team maintains an environment of shared passion and camaraderie.

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Hachette Book Group

Publishing & Printing

Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading U.S. trade publisher and a dynamic place to work!

You should be eager to learn about book publishing, have strong communication skills, be organized and detail-oriented, work independently, and be proficient in MS Office.

You will manage department emails, assess contract rights, assist with permission grants and production requests, and create submission materials while updating databases.

Media & Journalism

New York City

<p>Are you interested in world cultures and selling into different countries? The rights department is made up of domestic and international subsidiary rights and we are responsible for managing and selling the rights granted to the publisher by the author. These include, but are not limited to: foreign translation, book club, audio, reprints, digital licensing, and permissions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks and help with special projects.</p><p>Program dates: Mid-September - December 20, 2024.</p><p>Location: This position will be fully remote. Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.</p><p>Weekly schedule: 20 hours per week</p><p>Pay rate: $16/hour </p><p><strong>Who you are:</strong></p><ul><li>Interested in exploring a career in book publishing</li><li>Self-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills</li><li>A good independent worker with strong time management skills and attention to detail</li><li>Enthusiastic and excited about discussing recent books you’ve read</li><li>Possess a great attitude and a desire to learn as well as excellent organizational skills</li><li>Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint</li></ul><p><strong> What you will learn:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain the generic department email accounts.</li><li>How to read a contract and determine the availability of rights</li><li>Assist with permission grants for all Hachette Book Group titles.</li><li>Assist with production requests.</li><li>Create submission materials, manage and update databases.</li></ul>

Are you interested in world cultures and selling into different countries? The rights department is made up of domestic and international subsidiary rights and we are responsible for managing and selling the rights granted to the publisher by the author. These include, but are not limited to: foreign translation, book club, audio, reprints, digital licensing, and permissions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks and help with special projects.Program dates: Mid-September - December 20, 2024.Location: This position will be fully remote. Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.Weekly schedule: 20 hours per weekPay rate: $16/hour Who you are:Interested in exploring a career in book publishingSelf-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsA good independent worker with strong time management skills and attention to detailEnthusiastic and excited about discussing recent books you’ve readPossess a great attitude and a desire to learn as well as excellent organizational skillsProficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint What you will learn:Maintain the generic department email accounts.How to read a contract and determine the availability of rightsAssist with permission grants for all Hachette Book Group titles.Assist with production requests.Create submission materials, manage and update databases.

Fall 2024 Subrights Intern - Hachette Book Group

United States

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  Are you interested in world cultures and selling into different countries? The rights department is made up of domestic and international subsidiary rights and we are responsible for managing and selling the rights granted to the publisher by the author. These include, but are not limited to: foreign translation, book club, audio, reprints, digital licensing, and permissions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks and help with special projects.
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   Program dates: Mid-September - December 20, 2024.
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  <li> Self-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills</li>
  <li> A good independent worker with strong time management skills and attention to detail</li>
  <li> Enthusiastic and excited about discussing recent books you’ve read</li>
  <li> Possess a great attitude and a desire to learn as well as excellent organizational skills</li>
  <li> Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint</li>
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  <li> Maintain the generic department email accounts.</li>
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  <li> Assist with permission grants for all Hachette Book Group titles.</li>
  <li> Assist with production requests.</li>
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   In order to be considered, all candidates must submit both a <b>resume AND cover letter.</b>
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   As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
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   Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Fall 2024 Subrights Intern

You should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and an interest in publishing. Experience in rights or sales is a plus. Be ready to support the team with various tasks.

You will assist with subrights research, manage contracts, track international sales, and support the team in organizing and evaluating submissions and market insights.


 
  Are you interested in world cultures and selling into different countries? The rights department is made up of domestic and international subsidiary rights and we are responsible for managing and selling the rights granted to the publisher by the author. These include, but are not limited to: foreign translation, book club, audio, reprints, digital licensing, and permissions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks and help with special projects.
 
  
 
 
   Program dates: Mid-September - December 20, 2024.
 
  
 
 
   Location: This position will be fully remote. Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.
 
  
 
 
   Weekly schedule: 20 hours per week
 
  
 
 
   Pay rate: $16/hour
   
   To learn more about the company, visit our career site: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/about/careers/
 
  
 
 
   Who you are:
 
 
   Interested in exploring a career in book publishing
   Self-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
   A good independent worker with strong time management skills and attention to detail
   Enthusiastic and excited about discussing recent books you’ve read
   Possess a great attitude and a desire to learn as well as excellent organizational skills
   Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
 
 
   What you will learn:
 
 
   Maintain the generic department email accounts.
   How to read a contract and determine the availability of rights
   Assist with permission grants for all Hachette Book Group titles.
   Assist with production requests.
   Create submission materials, manage and update databases.
 
  
 
 
   How to apply:
 
 
   In order to be considered, all candidates must submit both a resume AND cover letter.
 
  
 
 
   As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
 
  
 
 
   Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
 


You need proficiency in MS Office, strong writing skills, organization, creativity, and a love for books & popular culture. Previous experience preferred.

You'll support author promotion by drafting content, managing social media, tracking data, and connecting with industry contacts at a major book publisher.

Marketing

<p>This is a unique internship position at a top-five book publishing company on the team for James Patterson, arguably the greatest storyteller and biggest pro-reading advocate of our time.</p><p>The position is part-time (28 hours per week) with a targeted start date of August 1. <strong>Six-month (minimum) commitment</strong>. <strong>In order to be considered, please submit both a writing sample and a cover letter.</strong></p><p>Location: This position can be fully remote OR based in our NY office in a hybrid model. Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.</p><p>Pay rate: $16/hour</p><p>For the right candidate, this is a tremendous opportunity to gain executive-track publishing and entertainment industry experience. More than 95% of past interns have immediately gone on to full-time paid positions in the publishing or wider entertainment industries.</p><p><strong> ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p><p>Day-to-day the candidate would assist with all aspects of author support including advertising, trade marketing, social media, and publicity. Tasks include drafting online content and assisting with social media outreach, tracking data and maintaining spreadsheets, and serving as a liaison between the publisher and outside entertainment industry contacts.</p><p><strong> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &amp; ABILITIES REQUIRED:</strong></p><ul><li>Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.</li><li>Candidate should possess excellent writing skills and be highly organized, detail oriented, articulate, culture-savvy, creative, and personable.</li><li>Relevant prior work experience is preferred, but above all the candidate should be confident and possess a natural problem-solving intelligence.</li><li>A passion for books and reading is a must, as is a strong interest in—and thorough familiarity with—popular culture.</li></ul><p>As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.</p><p>Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.</p>

This is a unique internship position at a top-five book publishing company on the team for James Patterson, arguably the greatest storyteller and biggest pro-reading advocate of our time.The position is part-time (28 hours per week) with a targeted start date of August 1. Six-month (minimum) commitment. In order to be considered, please submit both a writing sample and a cover letter.Location: This position can be fully remote OR based in our NY office in a hybrid model. Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.Pay rate: $16/hourFor the right candidate, this is a tremendous opportunity to gain executive-track publishing and entertainment industry experience. More than 95% of past interns have immediately gone on to full-time paid positions in the publishing or wider entertainment industries. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Day-to-day the candidate would assist with all aspects of author support including advertising, trade marketing, social media, and publicity. Tasks include drafting online content and assisting with social media outreach, tracking data and maintaining spreadsheets, and serving as a liaison between the publisher and outside entertainment industry contacts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.Candidate should possess excellent writing skills and be highly organized, detail oriented, articulate, culture-savvy, creative, and personable.Relevant prior work experience is preferred, but above all the candidate should be confident and possess a natural problem-solving intelligence.A passion for books and reading is a must, as is a strong interest in—and thorough familiarity with—popular culture.As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Marketing and Publicity Intern, James Patterson Books - Hachette Book Group

Marketing and Publicity Intern, James Patterson Books

You should have a passion for nonfiction and children's books, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, proficiency in Excel and Canva, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will assist with social media campaigns, write press materials, research media contacts, monitor coverage, handle administrative tasks, and contribute ideas during department meetings.

<ul><li>This position will support and learn from the Marketing &amp; Publicity departments for the Workman, Workman Children’s, Artisan, and Workman Calendars groups, allowing insight into a variety of industry niches, responsibilities, and experiences.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>As an HBG Marketing &amp; Publicity Intern for&nbsp;our imprints, you will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>To enhance your work experience, we offer educational sessions featuring speakers from all departments of the company as well as networking and career development opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p>

This position will support and learn from the Marketing & Publicity departments for the Workman, Workman Children’s, Artisan, and Workman Calendars groups, allowing insight into a variety of industry niches, responsibilities, and experiences.  As an HBG Marketing & Publicity Intern for our imprints, you will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings.   To enhance your work experience, we offer educational sessions featuring speakers from all departments of the company as well as networking and career development opportunities.  

Fall 2024 Marketing & Publicity Intern, Workman Imprints - Hachette Book Group

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 <p>Hachette Book Group’s summer internship program offers those interested in our work and the lifecycle of a book an opportunity to learn about the publishing industry and explore an area of interest. To learn more about the company, visit our career site: <b>https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/about/careers/</b></p>
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  <b> Program dates: Mid- August - Mid December</b>
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  <b> HYBRID:</b> Position is on a hybrid schedule—Mondays and Tuesdays work from home, Wednesdays and Thursdays in our Midtown NYC office. Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.
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  <b> Weekly schedule:</b> 28 hours per week, Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break
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  <b> Position </b><b>open to all</b>; no current enrollment or degree required.
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   This position will support and learn from the Marketing &amp; Publicity departments for the Workman, Workman Children’s, Artisan, and Workman Calendars groups, allowing insight into a variety of industry niches, responsibilities, and experiences.
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 <p> As an HBG Marketing &amp; Publicity Intern for our imprints, you will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings.</p>
 <p> To enhance your work experience, we offer educational sessions featuring speakers from all departments of the company as well as networking and career development opportunities.</p>
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  <li> Interest in commercial adult nonfiction and children’s books (fiction and nonfiction)</li>
  <li> Highly organized and detail-oriented</li>
  <li> Excellent written and verbal communication</li>
  <li> Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Canva, and G-Suite applications</li>
  <li> Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines</li>
  <li> Ability to learn new software programs</li>
  <li> The ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively while also maintaining accuracy</li>
  <li> Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment</li>
  <li> An excitement for participating in and contributing to a fun, vibrant work environment with great company culture</li>
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  <li> Assisting with social media campaigns and growing our influencer database</li>
  <li> Helping brainstorm, create, and schedule social media posts, including the library marketing Instagram account</li>
  <li> Media monitoring</li>
  <li> Writing and compiling press materials, including press release and praise sheets</li>
  <li> Researching new media contacts and outlets that would be interested in covering our books</li>
  <li> Assisting with administrative tasks, including organizing mailings, managing spreadsheets, saving press clips, etc.</li>
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   WORKMAN publishes award-winning nonfiction, including cookbooks, parenting/pregnancy guides, humor, self-help, and more. Known for innovations that have stretched the boundaries of traditional books, combined with intensive and creative marketing, Workman has produced a string of iconic bestsellers that include What to Expect® When You’re Expecting, 1,000 Places to See Before You Die®, and Steven Raichlen's Project Smoke.
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   WORKMAN CHILDREN’S includes Workman Kids and Algonquin Young Readers titles. Workman Children’s publishes engaging, gifty bestselling series like Indestructibles, Learn by Sticker, Brain Quest, and more. Algonquin Young Readers boasts award-winning, bestselling fiction and nonfiction picture book, middle grade, and young adult titles that set the foundation for a well-read, well-lived life, like Kelly Barnhill’s <i>The Girl Who Drank the Moon</i>, Yamile Saied Mendez’s <i>Furia</i>, and April Genevieve Tucholke’s <i>Beatrice Likes the Dark</i>.
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   ARTISAN publishes highly designed, beautiful works of art that inspire and instruct, covering topics from food to art to fashion to gardening to travel.
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   WORKMAN CALENDARS is the inventor of the original Page-A-Day Calendar. Close to 50 years and more than 200 million copies later, Workman continues to publish America’s #1 bestselling calendar line while setting the standard for excellence, quality, innovation, and sheer entertainment value. Year in and year out the list is packed with a mixture of perennial bestsellers, such as <i>365 Cats</i> and <i>Today Is Going to Be A Great Day</i>, <i>Audubon Engagement Calendar</i>; and worthy newcomers like <i>Illustrated Bible Verses</i>, <i>Fantastic Fungi</i>, and <i>Cats on Catnip</i>.
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