Internships
An internship at Coffee House Press will introduce you to all aspects of a small literary publisher, and will give you skills that can also easily transfer to larger publishing houses and other careers, both in the arts and elsewhere.
Internship hours are flexible, averaging 7 to 10 hours per week over the course of four months for a total of 120 hours.
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Intern tasks
- Reading and reporting on submissions
- Fact-checking and proofreading
- Researching donor and grant prospects
- Database upkeep, including spreadsheets and database software
- Writing copy for newsletters, reading group guides, and the CHP website
- Coordinating and assisting with mailings (galleys, press releases, catalogs, etc.)
- Providing support before and during events
- Website maintenance
- Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
Required skills, knowledge, and abilities
- Desire to be learn about all aspects of a small literary publisher
- Excellent written and interpersonal communications skills
- Ability to multitask, work independently, and manage deadlines
- Knowledge of contemporary, independent literature
- Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google suites
Preferred skills, knowledge, and abilities
- Experience evaluating writing in a publishing, classroom, or other setting
- Knowledge of Coffee House Press titles
- Experience conducting independent research
- Some editorial, design, social media, or development experience
- A cover letter explaining why you’re applying for the program, along with your preferred start date
- A detailed resume with your work and academic background
- A list of five favorite contemporary books in any genre
- Optional: up to three pages of additional documents (e.g., references, work samples). Please do not send creative writing samples (poetry, stories, novel excerpts, memoir, and so on).
Email the required application materials to Ülrika Moats at ulrika@coffeehousepress.org. We do not accept internship applications in person.
Internships are intended as fixed-length, educational experiences and should not be interpreted as job training. Interns are not entitled to or guaranteed employment upon the completion of the internship, but they are welcome to apply for open positions at the press at any time.
Diverse experiences and viewpoints are important to us. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, gender and sexual identities, and disability statuses.