Production Editorial, Managing Editorial Intern

Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

. Learn about the publishing industry and career opportunities in production editorial and managing editorial .

Posted 9/28/2026internshipRemote • New York • United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates a strong understanding of the publishing industry, with capabilities in copyediting, proofreading, and assisting in editorial processes. Effective communication and collaboration skills are essential for engaging with freelancers and participating in team meetings.

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CopyeditingProofreadingEditorial AssistanceFreelancer CommunicationPublishing Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

CopyeditingProofreadingEditorial Assistance

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Publishing IndustryProduction EditorialManaging EditorialPre-Press ProcessesBook Scheduling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Learn about the publishing industry and career opportunities in production editorial and managing editorial
Assist with in-house editorial, pre-press, and manufacturing processes that turn manuscripts into bound books
Copyedit and proofread TI sheets, reader guides, cover copy, and marketing materials
Learn how to check changes
Assist with freelancer communication
Attend book scheduling meetings
Participate in panels, networking events, and employee speaker series

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be ready to work full-time on or before June 2028
Able to work 28 hours/week throughout the program
Available and committed to working June 7, 2027–August 12, 2027
Must reside in the U.S. for the duration of the internship program
Must be over the age of 18
Submit a resume and cover letter
Indicate interest in production editorial or managing editorial and preferred book types or genres
No college enrollment or degree required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid 10-week remote internship
Employee speaker series
Panels and networking events
Paid compensation of $21/hour
Full-time employee benefits include medical/prescription drug insurance, dental, vision, health care/dependent care flexible spending account, health savings account, pre-tax and Roth 401(k), short- and long-term disability insurance, life/AD&D insurance, commuter benefits, student loan repayment program, educational assistance, and generous paid time off