Editorial Intern (IVP)

Lisle, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Editorial Intern (IVP)

Work Location:

Lisle IL - Intervarsity Press

Schedule:

Part time

To advance the purpose of InterVarsity Press this position will participate in an editorial internship to learn various aspects of the Christian publishing business including project acquisitions manuscript development and publishing processes and contribute to the fulfillment of tasks to further departmental goals. This position can be tailored to meet school credit requirements.

Summer Internship - start date flexible approximately June 1 2026
Pay: $17/hour

Time: 160 hours total during a 6-12 week period schedule is negotiable

As an internship there are not benefits for this position outside of paid holidays.

Location: Lisle IL (hybrid or remote work agreement by arrangement IVP cannot currently hire in Missouri or California or outside the United States)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Personal:

Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God Gods Word Gods people of every ethnicity and culture and Gods purposes in the world

Assist with assigned projects. Some examples include:

Engage with the book publication process from acquisition through production
Review and evaluate book proposals
Review manuscripts and write developmental reader reports
Draft descriptive copy for books
Engage with internal book data
Enter and review manuscript corrections
Proofread endorsements descriptive copy and author bio for books (CMOS style)
Proofread ebooks
Attend key team meetings
Do market research and present findings as needed
Assist with special editorial projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Annually affirm InterVarsitys Statement of Faith

High school degree and enrolled in an undergraduate program

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to maintain accurate records and files

Ability to take charge of tasks and work independently without close supervision

Ability to develop procedures for doing work

Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines

Open to learn new concepts methods and skills

A working knowledge of current Microsoft software applications (Word Access Excel and PowerPoint) is preferred

Familiarity with social media channels especially Instagram

Comfort with Internet applications and learning new online tools as needed

Demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a diverse team environment

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following:

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
403(b) matching contributions
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible work schedule
Flexible spending accounts
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity:

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race color ancestry national origin citizenship age sex marital status parental status membership in any labor organization political ideology or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to and does hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsitys Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsitys mission and purposes.

Required Experience:

Intern

Editorial Intern (IVP)Work Location:Lisle IL - Intervarsity PressSchedule:Part timeTo advance the purpose of InterVarsity Press this position will participate in an editorial internship to learn various aspects of the Christian publishing business including project acquisitions manuscript developmen...

Editorial Intern (IVP)

Work Location:

Lisle IL - Intervarsity Press

Schedule:

Part time

Summer Internship - start date flexible approximately June 1 2026
Pay: $17/hour

Time: 160 hours total during a 6-12 week period schedule is negotiable

As an internship there are not benefits for this position outside of paid holidays.

Location: Lisle IL (hybrid or remote work agreement by arrangement IVP cannot currently hire in Missouri or California or outside the United States)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Personal:

Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God Gods Word Gods people of every ethnicity and culture and Gods purposes in the world

Assist with assigned projects. Some examples include:

Engage with the book publication process from acquisition through production
Review and evaluate book proposals
Review manuscripts and write developmental reader reports
Draft descriptive copy for books
Engage with internal book data
Enter and review manuscript corrections
Proofread endorsements descriptive copy and author bio for books (CMOS style)
Proofread ebooks
Attend key team meetings
Do market research and present findings as needed
Assist with special editorial projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Annually affirm InterVarsitys Statement of Faith

High school degree and enrolled in an undergraduate program

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to maintain accurate records and files

Ability to take charge of tasks and work independently without close supervision

Ability to develop procedures for doing work

Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines

Open to learn new concepts methods and skills

A working knowledge of current Microsoft software applications (Word Access Excel and PowerPoint) is preferred

Familiarity with social media channels especially Instagram

Comfort with Internet applications and learning new online tools as needed

Demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a diverse team environment

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following: