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$62k-76k (estimate)
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The University of Kansas is Hiring an UPK Student Acquisitions Intern Near Lawrence, KS
Job DescriptionThe University Press of Kansas Acquisitions Intern will assist UPK's Acquisitions Department. The intern will have the opportunity to learn about scholarly publishing and get hands-on experience in a relaxed, but professional work environment. For this competitive internship, applicants must provide an academic writing sample (at least 5 pages long.)
Applicants for this position must be able to work a regular schedule of 10-20 hours a week and must remain enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at KU during the Spring 2024 semester or pre-enrolled for the Fall 2024 semester.
Job Duties:25% Review proposals, evaluate manuscripts, and respond to submissions
25% Prepare projects for the Production Department and evaluate author-submitted art
20% Identify peer reviewers for submissions and prepare peer-review documents
10% Attend in-house and editorial committee meetings
10% Research potential book ideas and authors
10% Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Applicants should attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to this online application. Please use your cover letter to address how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. Applicants must also attach an academic writing sample. An online application must be completed to be considered for this position.
Contact Information to Applicants
Erica Nicholson
ericanicholson@ku.edu
785-864-1036
Advertised Salary Range
11.00
Work Schedule
At least 10 per week, between 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday; based on class schedule.
Anticipated Start Date
Monday June 17, 2024
Applicants for this position must be able to work a regular schedule of 10-20 hours a week and must remain enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at KU during the Spring 2024 semester or pre-enrolled for the Fall 2024 semester.
Job Duties:25% Review proposals, evaluate manuscripts, and respond to submissions
25% Prepare projects for the Production Department and evaluate author-submitted art
20% Identify peer reviewers for submissions and prepare peer-review documents
10% Attend in-house and editorial committee meetings
10% Research potential book ideas and authors
10% Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Must have been enrolled n at least 6 credit hours at KU for the Spring 2024 Semester or pre-enrolled for the Fall 2024 semester.
- Must be able to work a regular weekly schedule of 10 or more hours between 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday
- Strong interest in a career in publishing
- 6 months or more work experience in editing and/or publishing, or 6 or more credit hours of related coursework as evidenced by application materials
- Excellent communication, writing, organizational, and time management skills as evidenced through coursework and/or work history
- Familiarity with research, writing, and copyediting
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- Familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style
Applicants should attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to this online application. Please use your cover letter to address how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. Applicants must also attach an academic writing sample. An online application must be completed to be considered for this position.
Contact Information to Applicants
Erica Nicholson
ericanicholson@ku.edu
785-864-1036
Advertised Salary Range
11.00
Work Schedule
At least 10 per week, between 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday; based on class schedule.
Anticipated Start Date
Monday June 17, 2024
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Intern
SALARY
$62k-76k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/05/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/04/2024
WEBSITE
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HEADQUARTERS
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