Job Description

Hachette Book Group’s summer internship program offers individuals an opportunity to learn about the publishing industry and explore an area of interest. To learn more about the company, visit our career site: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/about/careers/

Program dates: June 2nd, 2025 – End date: August 7th, 2025

Location: Hybrid from the North Adams Officeor Remote. Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.

Weekly schedule: 28 hours per week (M-Th), 9:00am-5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break.

Pay rate: $16.50/hour

As an HBG marketing and publicity intern, you will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings.   

To enhance your work experience, we offer educational sessions featuring speakers from all departments of the company as well as networking and career development opportunities.   

What you will learn: 

• Write compelling book descriptions and add keywords for online retailers.  
• Develop organic posts for social media, including writing copy, taking photos or creating graphics, and scheduling. 
• Monitor e-retailer account sites to ensure accurate book and author data. 
• Participate in marketing, editorial, and publicity brainstorming meetings.  
• Develop digital ads, including writing copy and submitting creative briefs for marketing design.  
• Research social media influencers and send campaign packages 

What we look for in an intern: 

• A passion for books and strong desire to learn more about the book publishing industry 
• Interest in nature, gardening, cooking, crafting, herbal medicine and DIY learning is a strong plus.  
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented 
• Excellent written and verbal communication 
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Canva. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines 
• Ability to learn new software programs 
• The ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively while also maintaining accuracy 
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment 

How to apply:

To be considered, all candidates must submit both a resume AND cover letter. 

As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.   

Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.   

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