About the role#
Simon & Schuster Canada offers four full-time, paid internships for students interested in book publishing. These positions run from January to June or July to December 2027. You will work within editorial, marketing, sales, or publicity departments to gain hands-on experience. Interns participate in key meetings, contribute to ongoing projects, and work alongside a mentor to learn the daily responsibilities of an entry-level assistant.
What you'll do#
- Editorial: Assist the team with reading submissions, proofreading, copyediting, checking page proofs, researching book ideas, writing copy, and attending meetings.
- Marketing: Support the team with research, social media content creation, implementing seasonal campaigns, and assisting with digital marketing projects.
- Sales: Help with reporting, sales analysis, preparing pitches and forecasting, creating catalogues, and preparing for sales conferences.
- Publicity: Conduct research and outreach, develop press materials, and assist with author events.
What you'll need#
- A love of books and storytelling.
- Students or graduates in English, Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask.
- Creative and social media savvy.
- Basic knowledge of Excel.
- Energetic, independent, and adaptable personality.
- A keen eye for detail and design.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with 2-3 days per week in the office.
- Term: Full-time (37.5 hours per week).
- Compensation: CAD 17.95 per hour.
About Simon & Schuster
Simon & Schuster publishes books for a general audience. The company produces hardcover, trade paperback, mass market paperback, and novelty formats. It also offers content in audiobook and ebook versions. Based in New York, New York, the firm employs over 2,500 people. It operates as a public company.
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