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Role Description

If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience at a leading publisher where creativity, collaboration, and storytelling come to life, ABRAMS may be the perfect place to start your career journey. As the first U.S. publisher dedicated to art and illustrated books—and an industry leader in visual and narrative publishing—ABRAMS is seeking a Children's Editorial Intern to join our Children's Editorial team as part of our Summer Internship Program commencing on June 2, 2026.

Over the course of this immersive, unpaid program (offered for academic credit only), interns will gain meaningful insight into the world of book publishing while contributing to real projects that drive our business forward. You’ll learn alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills in your area of interest, and participate in opportunities designed to broaden your understanding of the publishing industry. Our goal is to help prepare the next generation of publishing talent while fostering a passion for books, art, and culture.

Interns will work closely with the Editorial, Managing Editorial, and Design groups, and will receive a full apprenticeship within the Kids team, assisting with titles across a variety of genres, formats, and age levels (board books through YA).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited academic institution.
• This internship is not open to recent graduates.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to organize priorities and juggle multiple tasks at once.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Specific interest in children’s books.

Benefits

• Gaining hands-on exposure to the publishing industry, from concept to finished product.
• Supporting research, project work, and day-to-day tasks within your assigned department.
• Contributing ideas and providing creative input on department projects.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and learning about various areas of the publishing business.
• Participating in workshops and discussions designed to deepen your understanding of publishing trends and processes.
• Receiving coaching, mentorship, and feedback from experienced ABRAMS professionals.

Internship Details

• Compensation: For credit only; must be enrolled in a college program offering internship credit.
• Location: Remote working up to 35 hours per week.
• Duration: June 2, 2026 - August 14, 2026.

Note to Applicants

• A cover letter is required to be considered for this role. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be reviewed.
• Applicants may include an optional writing sample (maximum 500 words) with their application.