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Summer 2025 Editorial Internship, Workman Kids

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Hachette Book Group

Feb 24, 2025

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Education & Teaching
    Media & Journalism
  • New York

Requirements

  • An individual interested in exploring a career in book publishing
  • Self-starter with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Eager to become an active team member on Day 1
  • Passionate about children’s literature and familiarity with current children's non-fiction
  • Curious about how children learn and excited to support them on their educational journeys
  • Possess a great attitude and a desire to learn as well as excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills
  • Able to work collaboratively with a team and contribute insights
  • Able to receive, distill, and apply feedback
  • Resourceful and able 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
  • Recent experience spending time with children in any capacity: camp counselor, babysitter, student teacher/tutor, etc. (not a requirement)

Responsibilities

  • Research industry trends and movements in the educational market with goal of creating resource databases and documents for the editorial team
  • Perform analysis of competitive titles
  • Review, edit, and write curriculum-based activities for early learners
  • Assist with mailings and events as requested
  • General administrative duties

FAQs

What are the program dates for the Summer 2025 Editorial Internship?

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

Is the internship paid?

Yes, the internship pays $16.50 per hour.

What is the weekly schedule for the internship?

The internship requires 28 hours of work per week, from Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a one-hour lunch break.

Where will the internship be located?

The internship will be on-site in the midtown NYC office three days per week.

What qualifications are required to apply for the internship?

Applicants should be interested in book publishing, have strong communication skills, be a self-starter, passionate about children's literature, and have proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What tasks will the intern be responsible for?

Intern tasks include researching industry trends, analyzing competitive titles, editing and writing curriculum-based activities, assisting with mailings and events, and performing general administrative duties.

Is previous experience with children required for the internship?

No, previous experience with children is not a requirement, but it is a plus if candidates have it.

How can candidates apply for the internship?

Candidates must submit both a resume and a cover letter to be considered for the internship.

Will there be opportunities for networking and professional development during the internship?

Yes, the internship program offers educational sessions featuring speakers from various departments, as well as networking and career development opportunities.

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

Hachette Book Group is committed to including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of the business, and their publishing programs aim to reflect a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and ideas.

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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.