Remote Editorial Assistant - Magazine Production & Social Media

The American Scholar; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

The American Scholar Editorial Assistant position is a part-time internship for Autumn 2026, supporting our print magazine, website, and social media efforts. The role is based in Illinois, with work that is largely remote.

Compensation is a $15,000 stipend for 36 weeks, with 21 internship hours per week and a flexible start date around November 2, 2026. You will gain hands-on experience across the magazine production cycle.

Responsibilities

• Fact-check articles with editors and authors for Spring/Summer 2027 issue
• Draft and post content to social media; brainstorm narrative-driven formats
• Assist with photo research
• Proof print and online content
• Support larger print or online projects

Job description

The American Scholar Editorial Assistant position is a part-time internship for Autumn 2026, supporting our print magazine, website, and social media efforts. The role is based in Illinois, with work that is largely remote.

Compensation is a $15,000 stipend for 36 weeks, with 21 internship hours per week and a flexible start date around November 2, 2026. You will gain hands-on experience across the magazine production cycle.