Job Type

Internship
Description
Bloomsbury Academic Publishing is seeking an editorial intern for Fall 2024. We are a publisher of academic and trade titles located in Midtown/Herald Square. The academic division commissions in a broad range of subject areas, including Literary Studies, Music, Film, & Media Studies, and Politics.
As a small team, our interns are a key part of our day-to-day operations. As a Bloomsbury Academic editorial intern, you will work with the Editorial team on a variety of projects that reflect the diverse aspects of academic publishing, including:

• Manage departmental shipping
• Manage submissions to the Library of Congress program
• Update data systems as needed
• Complete administrative support tasks for peer review
• Complete course, academic, and picture research
• Coordinate cover design and copy between editorial and design departments

Opportunities to take on other editorial projects may also arise.
Duration:
September 3 2024 - February 28, 2025
Requirements
We are looking for a creative and motivated individual, who ideally has the following skills:

• High level of familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Firm grasp of grammar and spelling, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Strong communication skills in a fast-paced professional environment

We require a commitment of 15-20 hours per week for the entire internship term. Scheduling is flexible, but work should occur during standard business hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
This position pays $18.00/hour, and candidates may wish to arrange for college credit for the placement to supplement.
Location
Bloomsbury has adopted a hybrid work policy comprising of two days in-office work and three days of remote work. Candidates residing in NY, NJ, or CT must be able to commute to Bloomsbury's New York City office on a mutually agreed-upon schedule for in-office work.
How to Apply
Please apply for this job opportunity via our onboarding portal.
While we appreciate every application we receive, due to the volume of applicants, we will only be contacting individuals we are considering for the position. Please note that incomplete or incorrect submissions will be immediately discarded. Pay close attention to this description and submission requirements in your application. Only applications with cover letters will be considered.
Please submit your application on or by July 8th to guarantee that your application will be read and considered.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Bloomsbury Publishing USA is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Our company has always followed and will continue to follow, a policy of providing equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sex, ethnicity, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We welcome and celebrate talent from all backgrounds and believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial elements to our success. We are dedicated to actively and continuously improving our practices to better support all of our employees. For more information about Bloomsbury's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, please see our Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan.
Salary Description

$15/hour