Editorial Intern, Fiction (Part-Time)

Bertelsmann; Brooklyn (AL); Remote; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote

4-Day Work Week

Meaningful Work

Job summary

Hay House is seeking an Editorial Intern to support its fiction list and gain hands-on experience in editorial and acquisitions. You will learn how editors evaluate submissions and identify promising stories as part of a friendly, growth‑oriented team.

This part-time, remote internship runs about two days per week at $20.00 per hour and is open to candidates residing in eligible U.S. states.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree in English Literature, Creative Writing, Publishing, or a related field.
• Strong interest in commercial genre fiction including romantasy, romance, cozy mysteries, fairytales and myths.
• Excellent reading comprehension and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop thoughtful opinions about manuscripts and communicate feedback clearly and respectfully.

Responsibilities

• Read and evaluate fiction submissions under the guidance of a senior editor.
• Prepare concise reader reports summarizing a manuscript’s premise, strengths, areas for development, and potential fit with the Hay House fiction list.
• Research comparable titles, authors, and relevant fiction trends.
• Help maintain submission records and editorial files.
• Assist with preparing materials for editorial meetings.
• Participate in discussions about fiction submissions and the publishing process.
• Support the editorial team with administrative and project-based tasks as needed.

Skills

Genre fiction interest

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Deadline management

Feedback communication

Curiosity/learn publishing

Education

English/Literature/Creative Writing/Publishing degree or related

Job description

Company Description

If you're looking for an enjoyable place to work that values your ideas, encourages your growth, rewards you for your excellence and prioritizes work-life harmony (yes, we have a 4-day work week), join us!

Who We Are

Our founder, Louise Hay, had one wish - to help people improve the quality of their life. Her desire underscores everything we do for our customers, our authors, and our employees. As the largest publisher of personal development books, events & courses we offer a diverse range of products and resources that empower, educate, and inspire. We know that the words we publish can have a deep, lasting impact on people's lives and we're dedicated to using our talents to support positive change in the world by helping all people grow in mind, body, and spirit. We love what we do, and we hope you will too.

Job Description

Position Summary

As our Editorial Intern, you’ll support Hay House’s growing fiction list while gaining hands‑on exposure to the editorial and acquisitions process. Working alongside our editorial team, you’ll learn how editors evaluate submissions, identify promising stories, and consider manuscripts for the Hay House fiction list.

Our fiction list includes romantasy and romantic fantasy, contemporary and historical romance, cozy mysteries, fairytales, folklore and mythological retellings, healing fiction, and philosophical speculative novels.

This is a part-time, remote internship, working approximately two days per week at a rate of $20.00 per hour. The position is open to candidates residing in eligible U.S. states.

Responsibilities and Expertise

• Read and evaluate fiction submissions under the guidance of a senior editor.
• Prepare concise reader reports summarizing a manuscript’s premise, strengths, areas for development, and potential fit with the Hay House fiction list.
• Research comparable titles, authors, and relevant fiction trends.
• Help maintain submission records and editorial files.
• Assist with preparing materials for editorial meetings.
• Participate in discussions about fiction submissions and the publishing process.
• Support the editorial team with administrative and project-based tasks as needed.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong interest in commercial genre fiction, including romantasy, romantic fantasy, romance, cozy mysteries, fairytale and myth retellings, and healing or speculative fiction.
• Excellent reading comprehension and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop thoughtful opinions about manuscripts and communicate feedback clearly and respectfully.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage deadlines and follow through on assignments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Curiosity and an eagerness to learn about the publishing industry.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree in English Literature, Creative Writing, Publishing, or a related field.
• Previous publishing experience is helpful but not required. We’re looking for someone who is excited to learn.

Additional Information

Why Should You Apply?

• Remote
• Meaningful Work
• 4-Day Work Week

Embracing Diversity & EEO

Hay House is committed to having a diverse workforce that embodies and reflects the diversity of our global community. As part of this commitment to equitable opportunity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from all individuals inclusive of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, ages, socio-economic backgrounds, religions, and beliefs.

Work Location & Eligibility

Hay House participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

While this is a remote position, Hay House is only able to employ candidates who reside or willing to relocate to the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington.

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