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Winter/Spring 2025 Marketing & Publicity Intern, Workman Children's

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

AI generated summary

  • You should be organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in communication. Familiarity with Excel, Canva, and G-Suite is essential. Be ready to multitask and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • You will assist with social media campaigns, create posts, monitor media, write press materials, research contacts, handle administrative tasks, and contribute ideas in meetings.

Requirements

  • Interest in commercial adult nonfiction and children’s books (fiction and nonfiction)
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Canva, and G-Suite applications
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines
  • Ability to learn new software programs
  • The ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively while also maintaining accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
  • An excitement for participating in and contributing to a fun, vibrant work environment with great company culture

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with social media campaigns and growing our influencer database
  • Helping brainstorm, create, and schedule social media posts, including the library marketing Instagram account
  • Media monitoring
  • Writing and compiling press materials, including press release and praise sheets
  • Researching new media contacts and outlets that would be interested in covering our books
  • Assisting with administrative tasks, including organizing mailings, managing spreadsheets, saving press clips, etc.
  • Attending department meetings and actively contributing ideas

FAQs

What are the program dates for the internship?

The program dates are from January to May 2025.

What is the work schedule for this internship?

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

Is the internship remote or in-person?

The internship is on a hybrid schedule, with work from home on Mondays and Tuesdays, and in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The pay rate for the internship is $16 per hour.

Are current students or specific educational qualifications required to apply?

No current enrollment or degree is required; the position is open to all.

What kind of experience will the intern gain through this position?

The intern will gain hands-on professional experience, support day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings while learning from seasoned professionals.

What skills and qualifications are preferred for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include an interest in commercial nonfiction and children’s books, strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Canva, and G-Suite, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What types of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

Responsibilities include assisting with social media campaigns, writing and compiling press materials, researching media contacts, and attending departmental meetings.

How can interested candidates apply for the internship?

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

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Hachette Book Group believes that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of their business is fundamental and applies this principle to their hiring and publishing programs.

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