Editorial Intern: Romance & Fantasy Publishing

News Corporation; Northern, New York (KY, NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

HarperCollins Publishers, via The Avon Group, is seeking an Editorial Intern to support the Romance and Science Fiction and Fantasy Team in NYC. The internship offers hands-on experience in manuscript evaluation, reader reports, and editorial support.

Work hours are 28 per week, Monday–Thursday in NYC, June 7 – August 12, 2027, at $18 per hour. Applicants should be rising seniors or recent graduates, authorized to work in the United States, and provide a resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Availability for NYC office 28 hours/week (Mon–Thu)
• Paid internship at $18/hour
• Authorized to work in United States
• Resume and cover letter required
• Ideal for rising seniors, recent grads, or entry-level candidates with up to 1 year experience
• Interest in books, especially romance and fantasy

Responsibilities

• Learns about the editorial process.
• Reads and evaluates proposals and manuscripts, writes reader’s reports, and drafts rejection letters.
• Researches editorial and publishing trends as needed.
• Assists with writing jacket copy.
• Assists with author/agent communications.
• Prepares manuscripts for production.
• Supports editors with administrative tasks.

Job description

HarperCollins Publishers, via The Avon Group, is seeking an Editorial Intern to support the Romance and Science Fiction and Fantasy Team in NYC. The internship offers hands-on experience in manuscript evaluation, reader reports, and editorial support.

Work hours are 28 per week, Monday–Thursday in NYC, June 7 – August 12, 2027, at $18 per hour. Applicants should be rising seniors or recent graduates, authorized to work in the United States, and provide a resume and cover letter.