OPS Acquisitions Intern

University of Florida; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking an Acquisitions Intern to support the Acquisitions department of the State University System Press. The role involves assisting with book projects at all stages of acquisitions and performing clerical duties in a publishing environment.

Ideal candidates are students who enjoy reading, discussing books, and want hands-on experience in publishing. Strong written communication and organizational skills are essential, with familiarity in Windows and MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Computer literacy including Windows and MS Office.
• Experience in publishing or copyediting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain records in the press database.
• Assist with evaluation and preparation of projects for editorial boards, including bios.
• Evaluate images for transmission to Editorial, Design and Production.
• Prepare manuscripts for peer review; draft revision letters.
• Attend department meetings to discuss projects under consideration.

Skills

Written communication

Organizational skills

Reading & discussion of books

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

OPS Acquisitions Intern

Classification Minimum Requirements

High school diploma

Computer literacy, including working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Description

The Acquisitions Intern assists the Acquisitions department of the State University System Press (University Press of Florida) and works on book projects at all stages of the acquisitions process, and performs other clerical duties as assigned.

Excellent written communication skills and organizational abilities are essential. This position is ideal for students who enjoy reading and discussing books and scholarship, who want to gain experience in the publishing business, and who are interested in exploring book publishing as a career. The Acquisitions Intern will gain practical and professional knowledge about the publishing industry.

Department Support

• Creating and maintaining records in the press database;
• Assisting with the evaluation and preparation of projects for the press's faculty editorial boards, including drafting editorial comments and author and peer reviewer bios;
• Evaluating images submitted for transmittal to Editorial, Design, and Production;
• Preparing manuscripts for peer review;
• Creating book castoffs to estimate length of publications;
• Sending letters to newly published authors;

Project Development

• Reviewing initial project submissions for prospective publication and routing to appropriate editor or declining as necessary;
• Reading and evaluating proposals for projects under consideration;
• Composing project summaries for advance contract circulation;
• Drafting revision and resubmit letters summarizing peer reviews;
• Attending department meetings to discuss projects under consideration;

Research

• Researching prospective peer reviewers for projects under consideration;
• Reviewing conference programs and identifying prospective projects and authors of interest;
• Researching course adoption potential for prospective book projects;
• Conducting other research projects as needed.

Expected Salary

$15 per hour

Required Qualifications

High school diploma

Computer literacy, including working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred

Appropriate college coursework or relevant experience in a professional setting and/or publishing, especially copyediting and proofreading.

Experience with Adobe Photoshop.

Health Assessment Required

No