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JNA Summer Internship

Submitted by mcutler on Fri, 2021-04-09 21:33
Posted on April 9, 2021 in
JNA Summer Internship
Janklow & Nesbit Associates is seeking two bright, energetic remote interns for summer 2021. Interns will be offered the chance to develop their reading and analytical writing skills, assist with general office duties, and learn about all aspects of agenting, including the submission process, client care, contracts, subsidiary rights, and more. This is a part-time, remote, paid opportunity. No prior publishing experience is required. Candidates from underrepresented communities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities will involve evaluating submissions and client manuscripts, writing reader’s reports and editorial letters, drafting pitch letters, attending weekly lectures by agency personnel, curating social media posts, research, and data entry, and general administrative duties. Applicants must be 18+ with legal authorization to work in the United States, a reliable internet connection, video call capabilities, and laptop/computer access. Qualifications include excellent reading and writing skills, attention to detail, and an eagerness to learn about the literary landscape and the industry at-large.

Program Length: 10 hrs/week for 10 weeks, June 1, 2021 – August 10, 2021
Compensation: $15/hr

The deadline for applications is April 16th, 2021. Follow this link for a full description of the position and details on how to apply: http://bit.ly/jnainternship