Adult Publicity Intern
About the role
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 Publicity Intern to join our Adult Publicity team as part of our Fall 2026 Internship Program commencing on September 15, 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.
Responsibilities
- Place orders with the warehouse to send books to reviewers.
- Maintain title information, media clips, press contacts, and detailed logs of marketing and publicity projects in an internal database system.
- Assist with administrative tasks in preparation for Sales Conference.
- Draft press releases.
- Submit titles to annual awards.
- Research social media trends to incorporate into digital marketing promotions.
- Create publicity mailing lists to further relationships and manage outreach to relevant parties.
- Learn and network with ABRAMS employees, publishing professionals, and fellow interns.
- Gain hands-on exposure to the publishing industry, from concept to finished product.
- Support research, project work, and day-to-day tasks within your assigned department.
- Contribute ideas and provide creative input on department projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and learn about various areas of the publishing business.
- Participate in workshops and discussions designed to deepen your understanding of publishing trends and processes.
- Receive coaching, mentorship, and feedback from experienced ABRAMS professionals.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited 2- or 4-year collegiate program.
- Able to apply earned credit towards a course or graduation at your specific institution.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Experience using Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Familiarity with social media platforms.
- Strong attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior internship experience.
Schedule
This internship follows a hybrid schedule in New York, NY, working 16-24 hours per week from September 15, 2026 to December 18, 2026.
About ABRAMS
Founded in 1949 as the first U.S. publisher to specialize in art and illustrated books, ABRAMS has a long-standing reputation for publishing visually stunning, critically acclaimed, and bestselling works. Today, ABRAMS continues to lead in the creation and distribution of high-quality books across a wide range of categories—including art, photography, design, fashion, entertainment, cooking, craft, and popular culture—as well as award-winning children’s and young adult titles under imprints such as Abrams Books for Young Readers, Amulet Books, and Abrams Appleseed.
Headquartered in the creative heart of New York City, ABRAMS is home to a passionate team of editors, designers, marketers, and publishing professionals who bring bold ideas to life in collaboration with celebrated authors, artists, chefs, photographers, and cultural icons. Our books are distributed globally and have helped shape conversations in classrooms, kitchens, museums, and living rooms around the world.
ABRAMS is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion—both in the stories we publish and in the culture we foster. Through programs like the ABRAMS Amplify Award, we uplift and support underrepresented voices in children’s publishing. Internally, we promote inclusive hiring practices and an environment where employees of all identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences are encouraged to bring their full selves to work.