Job Description
Join Sourcebooks, the fastest growing publisher in the U.S., where creativity, innovation, and storytelling collide. This isn't a coffee-run internship — you'll contribute to real projects, collaborate with publishing professionals, and see how your work impacts readers everywhere. What you study doesn't matter: we're looking for your curiosity, your drive to learn, and your interest in books.
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!
About the Role: Training & Development The Sourcebooks Training & Development team is looking for an organized, people-oriented student to support our learning and HR initiatives. You'll work closely with the Director of Training & Development on projects that help Sourcebooks employees learn, grow, and do their best work — while also getting exposure to the recruitment and administrative side of HR.
Duties include (but not limited to): - Partner with the Director of Training & Development on ongoing learning initiatives and projects
- Support the organization and maintenance of learning content, systems, and documentation
- Assist with recruitment tasks including interview scheduling and candidate communication
- Provide general administrative support across the HR function
What we're looking for: - Strong organizational and project coordination skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in Learning & Development, instructional design, or organizational development
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail, especially in content creation and data tracking
- A proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for helping others learn and grow
- Comfort with tools like PowerPoint, Excel, and learning platforms (or willingness to learn)
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 be over the age of 18
- 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
Sourcebooks values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
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