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+Autumn House Press Internship Opportunity (Spring ’26)
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Description
Are you interested in pursuing a career independent publishing and nonprofit management and development?
Autumn House Press offers four-month hybrid internships during the spring, summer, and fall, providing hands-on experience in independent publishing, nonprofit management, and fundraising. While these are unpaid positions, interns will receive complimentary copies of Autumn House titles and travel reimbursement. Interns must live within commuting distance to the press. We strongly encourage applicants seeking college credit.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Internship duties will vary based on the press’s needs and may include tasks in editorial, acquisitions, clerical work, shipping, sales, publicity, and community organizing. Typical responsibilities include:
Internship duties will vary based on the press’s needs and may include tasks in editorial, acquisitions, clerical work, shipping, sales, publicity, and community organizing. Typical responsibilities include:
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Developmental editing and copyediting for poetry, fiction, and nonfiction manuscripts
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Reading submissions across genres
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Proofreading promotional materials (e.g., book summaries, press releases) and fundraising materials
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Assisting with social media content creation and strategy
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Attending readings, author events, and other special events
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All interns should expect some general administrative tasks and customer support duties.
Interns must be reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively with staff. A commitment of 12 hours per week is required. While we strive to offer flexible scheduling, interns must have availability during AHP office hours (Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.).
We seek students enrolled in relevant programs or with related experience in publishing, editing, grant writing, or business. Applicants should have a strong passion for contemporary literature and be comfortable working independently. Experience with campus literary journals or newspapers is a plus.
Application deadline: November 1
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to cstroud@autumnhouse.org.