Marketing Intern, Trade

Harlequin

. Assist Marketing Managers with trade and hardcover publishing campaigns .

Posted 10/23/2026contractToronto • CanadaEntry Level💰 CA$20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in marketing and communications, with a focus on digital content creation and influencer outreach within the publishing industry. Proficient in developing advertising strategies and engaging with various media platforms to enhance book marketing efforts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Digital Content CreationInfluencer OutreachAdvertising Strategy DevelopmentSocial Media MarketingPublishing Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

MarketingCommunicationsAdvertisingResearchGraphic DesignVideo ProductionDigital Ad TrackingMedia PlacementEvent CoordinationCampaign Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationCreativityCommunicationOrganizationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

FacebookInstagramTikTokDigital Ad Tracking SystemGraphic Design Software

Industry Keywords

PublishingBook MarketingTrade PublishingHardcover PublishingInfluencer Marketing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Marketing Managers with trade and hardcover publishing campaigns
Help develop advertising taglines and book giveaways
Attend imprint meetings, author calls, and brainstorming sessions
Create social videos, graphics, and photography for Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
Book media placements
Research and conduct influencer outreach
Assist with the digital ad tracking system
Help with advertising invoices
Send advance reading copies and swag packages to booksellers, librarians, and influencers
Gain experience across book marketing and exposure to broader publishing teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completion of university or college education, or equivalent/relevant work experience in marketing, communications or publishing
Interest in marketing or publishing
Applicants must be eligible to work and be paid in Canada
Resume and cover letter required; cover letter no longer than two pages
Application must address observations on TikTok, BookTok and/or influencers' impact on book trends and buying
Application must explain interest in publishing and learning goals for the internship
Application must identify a favourite book, author, genre, and why

Benefits

Comp & perks

12 month paid contract
Vacation days
Access to discounted books
Hybrid work model
Opportunity to work with a talented team and exceptional books
Working with passionate people
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities