Dover Publications, a division of Lakeside Book Company, is a niche publisher with over 7,500 titles in print. Since its founding in 1941, Dover has built an exemplary reputation by offering remarkable products at amazing prices. Based in Garden City, New York, Dover Publications has consistently shown a commitment to excellence through finely crafted books and high-quality content across adult coloring, classic literature, mathematics, music, wellness, children's publishing, and more.
Dover Publications offers an engaging summer internship program that provides learning, mentorship, networking, and meaningful work experience for those interested in a publishing career, with an emphasis on expanding diversity and inclusion. This year we are looking for Digital Marketing, Print Production, and Editorial Interns.
Timeline, compensation, and location
- Summer Internship—10 weeks, beginning in June and ending mid-August
- Monday to Thursday
- Six hours per day
- $16.00 per hour
- Remote position (A consistent schedule of weekly hours is expected with the ability to attend regular online meetings.)
Your experience
- An interest in book publishing with an eagerness to learn
- The ability and willingness to work in a team environment
- Well organized with excellent written and verbal communication skills
How you will make a difference
As our Marketing Intern, you will assist the Digital Marketing Manager with tasks, including:
- Support the social media process by assisting with strategic planning, producing and scheduling engaging content, and compiling performance analytics to help track success
- Support influencer marketing strategy by identifying and vetting potential partners within the adult coloring, romance, and parenting communities
- Contribute to Amazon product page merchandising by developing designs for A+ content and Brand Storefronts
- Create promotional videos and other assets to be used across multiple platforms
- Organize a digital asset library for organizational use
- Contribute to a refreshed direct-to-consumer site
- Attend meetings and contribute ideas
- Work in collaboration with team members across marketing, design, editorial, sales, and operations teams
Qualifications
- Familiarity with social media platforms and social media trends
- Experience with graphic design and video creation tools (Canva, Photoshop, etc.)
- Knowledge of Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, MS Excel, video editing software, and design tools
How you will make a difference
As our Editorial Intern, you will support our acquisitions and publishing program and assist the Editorial staff with tasks, including:
- Help build and coordinate our editorial library
- Lead creative asset-gathering and organization of projects
- Review editorial submissions
- Maintain editorial databases
- Assist in book-concept generation
- Gain exposure to all stages of the book-development process
- Attend meetings and contribute ideas
- Collaborate with team members across marketing, design, editorial, sales, and operations teams
Qualifications
- Interest/background in design and illustration a plus
- Knowledge of Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Suite
How you will make a difference
As our Print Production Intern, you will support our Production team and assist the Production Manager with tasks, including:
- Enter print job specification information in the pricing template and build printing scenarios
- Enter Purchase Orders into the system
- Track open purchase orders and follow up with vendors on late deliveries
- Gain exposure to all stages of the book development process
- Maintain blank dummy library of samples received
Qualifications
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Previous experience in data-entry
What we offer you:
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401k with company match
- Career growth opportunities
*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.
Dover Publishing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.