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Summer 2025 Communications Intern

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Hachette Book Group

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Marketing
    Media & Journalism
  • New York
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should be a self-starter with strong communication skills, enthusiastic about books, resourceful, results-driven, and proficient in MS Office, Canva, and social media, eager to learn and collaborate.
  • You will update intranet content, support book donation requests, prepare website press releases, gather internal news, assist in publicity initiatives, design graphics, and draft internal communications.

Requirements

  • An individual interested in exploring a career in media and talent relations, publicity and corporate communications
  • Self-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and excellent organizational skills
  • Enthusiastic and excited about discussing recent books you’ve read
  • Possess a great attitude and a curiosity to contribute and learn new things
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a dynamic team
  • Resourceful with the ability to balance multiple responsibilities and work independently
  • Must be results driven, and take appropriate steps to achieve goals while taking ownership of situations as needed
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, social media

Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing and updating content on Bookends (company intranet site)
  • Support Communications Assistant with incoming requests for book donations to non-profit organizations and educational programs
  • Prepare content to HBG’s consumer website (press releases, news archives, etc.)
  • Work with Chief Communications Officer, Senior Director of Communications and Communications Associate to collect and catalog relevant news about HBG for sharing internally
  • Help develop publicity initiatives, including researching and building contact databases, and email outreach to event sponsors
  • Design graphics in Canva for website, social media, and marketing purposes
  • Draft content for weekly internal newsletters, quarterly reports, and other internal communications projects

FAQs

What are the program dates for the Summer 2025 Communications Intern position?

The program dates are from June 2nd, 2025, to August 7th, 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located on-site in our midtown NYC office, three days per week (Monday to Thursday).

What is the weekly schedule for the internship?

The weekly schedule is 28 hours per week, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a one-hour lunch break.

What is the pay rate for the internship?

The pay rate for the internship is $16.50 per hour.

What experience can I expect to gain from this internship?

As a Communications Intern, you will work closely with seasoned professionals, manage day-to-day tasks, assist with special projects, and attend departmental meetings to gain hands-on career experience.

What skills are required for this internship?

Candidates should possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and social media, as well as the ability to balance multiple responsibilities and work independently.

What kind of projects will I be involved in as an intern?

Interns will assist in managing content for the company intranet, support book donation requests, prepare content for the consumer website, collect news about Hachette Book Group, develop publicity initiatives, design graphics, and draft content for internal communication projects.

How do I apply for the internship?

To be considered for the internship, candidates must submit both a resume and a cover letter.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

Hachette Book Group believes that including and representing diverse voices is fundamental to their business and strives to reflect a broad range of backgrounds and experiences in their publishing programs.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internship offers a pay rate of $16.50 per hour.

Will a company laptop be provided for the internship?

Yes, a company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.

Is there an opportunity for future employment after the internship?

While the internship provides valuable experience in the publishing industry, any future employment opportunities would be subject to availability and performance during the internship.

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Hachette Book Group

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

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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.