About the role#
This internship supports the Thomas Nelson Fiction team at HarperCollins Publishers. You will work across both editorial and marketing functions to support book projects from proposal to publication. This is a paid position designed to provide hands-on experience in the publishing industry.
What you'll do#
- Attend team meetings including titling, staff, title alignment, production, editorial, marketing, and sales conference.
- Assist the team with managing the proposal log and filing for CIP data and copyrights.
- Learn standard proofreading marks and The Chicago Manual of Style while assisting with page proofs, final pass proofs, and manuscript styling.
- Draft and review catalog and back cover copy.
- Optimize retailer copy for backlist and frontlist titles and gain knowledge of data optimization.
- Help implement promotional campaigns and gather author input for PR pitches.
- Manage Librarian and Reviewer requests through NetGalley.
- Oversee the creation and distribution of ARCs.
- Research marketing trends and assist with mailings.
- Perform clerical tasks such as photocopying, printing, binding, filing, and note taking.
What you'll need#
- You are currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from an undergraduate or master’s program.
- Preferred majors include English or Journalism.
- Ability to work 28 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, from June 7 to August 12, 2027.
- Availability to work in a full-time capacity in 2027 or 2028.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Strong knowledge of English grammar and usage.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Previous publishing internship experience is preferred.
- A specific interest in fiction and the publishing industry.
- A general understanding of the Christian market is a plus.
- Strong research skills and a professional drive.
Location & details#
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee.
- Modality: Hybrid. You must be in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with Mondays and Thursdays designated for remote work.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 12).
- Compensation: $18 per hour.
About HarperCollins Publishers
HarperCollins Publishers operates as a consumer book publisher with a history dating back to 1817. Based in New York, the company maintains publishing operations across 15 countries. It manages over 120 branded imprints and releases approximately 10,000 new books annually. The firm is a subsidiary of News Corp and employs 4,380 people.
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