2026 Summer Internship Editorial, Children's Books (NYC)
2026 Summer Internship Editorial, Children's Books (NYC)
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Job Description
Overview
This editorial intern role supports two award-winning and mission-driven childrens book imprints Quill Tree Books and Greenwillow Books. Interns will have an invaluable opportunity to learn about the book publishing process for titles in a wide range of genres and age groups and will shadow passionate editors who are committed to bringing many different stories and voices to life.
Since its inception in 1974 Greenwillow Books has been publishing books for children of every age. At the heart of each book there is honesty emotion and depthconveyed by an author or an artist who has something that is worth saying to children and who says it in a way that is worth reading.
Quill Tree Books publishes literary books with wide appeal for children and teens from award-winning and bestselling frontlist to an evergreen backlist of books from beloved authors. The groups mission is to provide a platform for creators with a strong point of view including those with underrepresented authentic voices.
Responsibilities
- Writing reader reports and cover summaries
- Reading and evaluating submissions
- Learning to write cover copy and title sheets
- Researching and checking metadata
- Drafting social media posts
- Assisting art director with logging and returning artwork and scanning
- Reviewing sketches artwork on interiors for picture books & novels
- Attending various department meetings
Qualifications
- Candidates who are available to work in a full-time capacity in 2026 or 2027 are eligible for this internship; open to rising seniors recent graduates masters students or entry level candidates with up to two years of work experience.
- Candidates must be available to work 28 hours per week Monday through Thursday from June 8 to August 13 2026 at our New York City office. This internship is compensated at a rate of $18 per hour.
- Applicants mustbe authorized towork in the United States.
A resume and cover letter arerequired; applicationswithout acover letter will not be considered. Please address your cover letter to Hiring Team. - Ideal candidates are either currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from an undergraduate or masters program.
- A passion for books is highly valued!
- Computer proficiency essential with working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel Word Power Point Teams Outlook) and Adobe programs
- Candidate must have attention to detail (proofreading keeping on top of deadlines when necessary and task prioritization)
- Must have excellent communication time-management and organizational skills
- Interest in learning the ins and outs of the publishing world is a must as is a love of books particularly childrens books
HarperCollins Publishers is a company full of people who are passionate about books. When you apply for a position we want to know why you want to work here and why you are interested in the job.Thats why cover letters are strongly preferred.
HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application due to a disability email us at . Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests.
The deadline to apply is October 10 2025 by 11:59 pm ET.
HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Unclear
