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Summer Internship – Marketing & Publicity
HarperCollins Publishers. Support development of book campaigns by drafting and proofreading marketing plans, acquisition and sales materials, book positioning, promotional copy, email campaigns, and other audience-facing materials .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong writing and editing skills, with a focus on drafting and proofreading marketing materials. Proficient in organizing and managing multiple projects while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Strong Writing SkillsEditing SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProficiency in Design Tools
ATS Keywords
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Soft Skills
Attention to DetailTime-Management SkillsCollaboration Skills
Tools & Technologies
CanvaAdobe PhotoshopMuck RackPodchaser
Industry Keywords
Book CampaignsMarketing PlansPromotional CopyMedia OutreachAuthor InterviewsPress ReleasesSocial Media StrategiesAudience ResearchCompetitive-Title ResearchPublishing Industry
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support development of book campaigns by drafting and proofreading marketing plans, acquisition and sales materials, book positioning, promotional copy, email campaigns, and other audience-facing materials
- Conduct competitive-title, audience, platform, and trend research
- Develop social media strategies and content ideas
- Track key assets, deadlines, opportunities, and launch milestones across multiple titles
- Research mainstream and faith media opportunities for authors
- Build targeted media lists
- Assist with press kits, press releases, author bios, talking points, and pitches
- Support media outreach and author interviews by personalizing pitches and follow-ups
- Coordinate interview schedules and logistics
- Prepare briefing materials for media opportunities
- Assist with Goodreads and Little Free Library giveaways and other promotional efforts
- Set up giveaways, create mailing materials, and ship Advance Reader Copies and finished books
- Participate in author and team meetings
Requirements
What you’ll need- Available to work 28 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, from June 7 to August 12, 2027
- Available to work in a full-time capacity in 2027 or 2028
- Open to rising seniors, recent graduates, master’s students, or entry-level candidates with up to 1 year of work experience
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Resume and cover letter required; cover letter addressed to “Hiring Team”
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or master’s program
- Strong writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Proficiency in design tools such as Canva or Adobe Photoshop is a plus
- Familiarity with PR tools and platforms such as Muck Rack or Podchaser is a bonus
- Passion for books, storytelling, and the publishing industry is a plus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hands-on experience in marketing and publicity
- Learning and professional growth alongside publishing professionals
- Collaborative hybrid work environment
- Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities
- Equal opportunity employer