Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About ABRAMS :

Founded in 1949, ABRAMS is the first U.S. company to specialize in publishing art and illustrated books. We continue to publish critically acclaimed and bestselling works across a wide range of genres, including art, photography, cooking, design, entertainment, and children's books. We are passionate about creating beautifully designed books with the highest production values, under our various imprints, including Abrams, Abrams ComicArts, and more.

If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience at a leading publisher where creativity, collaboration, and storytelling come to life, ABRAMS may be the perfect place to start your career journey. 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 School & Library Marketing Intern to join our Marketing team as part of our Internship Program.

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. Our goal is to help prepare the next generation of publishing talent while fostering a passion for books, art, and culture.

At ABRAMS, we value creativity, inclusion, and the power of storytelling—and we are excited to welcome students who are eager to learn and contribute to our mission.

e are looking for an enthusiastic School & Library Marketing Intern with a passion for children's books and a desire to learn more about marketing in the publishing industry. This internship is for credit only and offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of children's book marketing.

The School & Library Marketing Intern will work closely with the School & Library department, assisting in outreach to educators and librarians and helping to execute marketing campaigns for children's book titles, ranging from board books to young adult novels. This is an excellent opportunity to gain insight into how publishers collaborate with educators and librarians to support the vital services they provide to their communities.

What you’d be doing:

• Learning and networking with ABRAMS employees, publishing professionals, and fellow interns during a summer internship experience for academic credit
• Gaining hands-on exposure to the publishing industry, from concept to finished product
• Supporting research, project work, and day-to-day tasks within your assigned department
• Contributing ideas and providing creative input on department projects
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and learning about various areas of the publishing business
• Participating in workshops and discussions designed to deepen your understanding of publishing trends and processes
• Receiving coaching, mentorship, and feedback from experienced ABRAMS professionals
• Assist in brainstorming marketing ideas and initiatives for children's books
• Coordinate mailings to key contacts, award committees, and reviewers
• Research new educators and librarian contacts to expand our list of valuable connections
• Help with preparations for conferences, events, and other promotional activities
• Update and maintain departmental organizational documents
• Collaborate with the team to support various marketing efforts for the Children's list

We’re looking for someone who has:

• An undergraduate or graduate education with an anticipated graduation date in 2026 or 2027
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and hungry to learn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in publishing, particularly children's books.
• Keen eye for detail and ability to maintain accuracy in tasks.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong writing and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Mac OS and MS Office Suite, with a focus on Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Highly preferred candidates also have:

• Prior internship experience
• Knowledge of Canva is a plus.

Internship Details:

• Duration: Sept 8th – December 19th (Fall 2025)
• 20 Hours per week
• Hybrid office hours
• Compensation: For credit only; must be enrolled in a college program offering internship credit.

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