Pre-editing Intern

Exeter Premedia Services; Chennai; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Exeter Premedia Services in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is seeking an editorial assistant to support manuscript editing and formatting for scholarly publications. The role requires meticulous attention to grammar, style, and references, with collaboration with senior editors to implement feedback and ensure high-quality submissions.

Proficiency in MS Word and PDF tools is expected, along with a willingness to learn XML editing and LaTeX basics as part of publishing workflows.

Qualifications

• Excellent command of written English with keen eye for detail.
• Familiarity with grammar, punctuation, and style rules.
• Ability to follow publisher style guides and instructions.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn basic publishing tools such as XML editing and LaTeX basics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in editing and formatting scholarly manuscripts according to publisher guidelines.
• Check grammar, punctuation, and spelling for correctness.
• Ensure consistency in style, reference formatting, and terminology.
• Review and format figures, tables, and equations as per journal requirements.
• Cross-check citations and references.
• Work closely with senior editors and follow feedback for improvement.
• Perform basic quality checks before final submission.

Skills

Strong English writing

Grammar & style

Style guides

Time management

Learning mindset

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PDF tools

XML editing

LaTeX basics

Job description

What Youll Do

• Assist in editing and formatting scholarly manuscripts according to publisher guidelines.
• Check grammar, punctuation, and spelling for correctness.
• Ensure consistency in style, reference formatting, and terminology.
• Review and format figures, tables, and equations as per journal requirements.
• Cross-check citations and references.
• Work closely with senior editors and follow feedback for improvement.
• Perform basic quality checks before final submission.

Skills Required

• Strong command of written English and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of grammar, punctuation, and style rules.
• Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and PDF tools.
• Ability to follow style guides and instructions accurately.
• Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn technical publishing tools (e.g., XML editing, LaTeX basics