Fall Internship - Managing Editorial (Remote)

Program Details

• Program Dates: September 14 – November 21, 2026
• Schedule: 21 hours/week throughout the program
• Compensation: Paid, $17/hour ($20/hour for interns based in CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, or Washington D.C.)
• Application Deadline: August 1, 2026 — apply soon!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with generating publication schedules and tracking project milestones
• Monitor production timelines and identify upcoming deadlines across editorial, design, production, and marketing
• Support cross-functional communication by coordinating needs across departments and following up on outstanding action items
• Participate in department meetings and gain exposure to publishing strategy, scheduling discussions, and production planning
• Help prepare and update project trackers, reports, and workflow documentation
• Assist with special projects that support the Managing Editorial department and Adult publishing program

What We're Looking For

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Comfortable learning new technology and project management systems
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Positive, proactive, and collaborative attitude
• Interest in book publishing, project management, or operations
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software preferred; experience with project management platforms such as Smartsheet is a plus, but not required

Eligibility & Requirements

• Must be a current college student (sophomore, junior, senior) or recent graduate
• Able to commit to 21 hours/week for the full program duration (9/14 – 11/21/26)
• Must reside in one of the following states for the duration of the internship: Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin

Your Cover Letter Matters — A Lot!

We want to know why you want to intern at Sourcebooks. Your cover letter is your chance to tell us:

• Why publishing — and why Sourcebooks — what excites you
• What you hope to learn and contribute
• How your creativity, curiosity, or love of books shines through

Applications without a cover letter won't be considered, so take the time to tell your story!

Why Intern With Sourcebooks

• Hands-on experience on real projects, exposure to the full publishing process, panels and networking events, and a mentorship program — all at one of the fastest-growing publishers in the country
• Named #2 Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek (2024)
• Recognized by Fast Company as one of the Most Innovative Companies (2024)
• Over 300 million lives changed through books — and counting
• A culture built on creativity, innovation, and impact