2026 Spring Internship - Publicity, Children's Books (NYC)

Overview

HarperCollins Children’s Books is seeking a Publicity Intern to join our team this spring. In this role you will work closely with a group of highly experienced publicists as they create and execute campaigns for books across genres and age groups, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult.

The Publicity Department plays a unique role in the life cycle of the book, working closely across internal departments as the book takes shape (editorial, sales, marketing, etc.), then interfacing with external partners responsible for getting the book into the hands of consumers (media outlets, influencers, bookstores). Throughout the process, Publicity works closely with the author to craft a compelling and successful launch campaign.

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative duties, including processing mailings to media and booksellers and managing internal databases
• Media research across platforms: MuckRack, media outlets, social media, and more
• Pull book assets from internal databases
• Manage and create promotional materials such as press kits, media pitches, and thematic round-ups
• Support publicists with select media outreach
• Maintain accurate records of all publicity efforts, data entry of media, and event bookings 
• Help organize and manage author media and tour schedules
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings
• Attend internal meetings and select off-site author events

Qualifications

• Candidates who are available to work in a full-time capacity in 2026 or 2027 are eligible for this internship; open to rising seniors, recent graduates, master’s students, or entry level candidates with up to two years of work experience. 
• Candidates must be available to work 21 hours per week across 3 or 4 days, from February 9 to April 17, 2026, at the location specified in the job description. This internship is compensated at a rate of $18 per hour.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 
• A resume and cover letter are required; applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Please address your cover letter to “Hiring Team.”   
• Ideal candidates are either currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from an undergraduate or master’s program.
• A passion for books is highly valued! 
• As an integral part of our team, the Publicity intern will have the opportunity to develop their skills in a high-energy and fun environment
• The ideal candidate will be a creative self-starter with an interest in publicity, the book publishing industry, and children’s books
• Must have a desire to learn, grow, and be successful
• Applicants must possess strong organizational and communication skills, be detail-oriented, exhibit good judgement, exercise discretion, and can juggle multiple tasks and prioritize
• A strong knowledge of current trends in the industry is a plus
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, team environment is essential

HarperCollins Publishers is a company full of people who are passionate about books.  When you apply for a position, we want to know why you want to work here, and why you are interested in the job. That’s why cover letters are strongly preferred.

HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at TalentManagement@harpercollins.com. Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests. 

The deadline to apply is October 10, 2025 by 11:59 pm ET.

HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.

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