Your primary tasks would be appraising queries and manuscripts, conducting market research, writing descriptive copy, and scouting for new potential clients. Margaret Sutherland Brown is seeking an intern who loves contemporary literary fiction, upmarket commercial fiction, and narrative non-fiction. *** PLEASE NOTE: Send only one application, clearly listing the agent(s) of interest in the subject line. ‘Fall 2016-Jeff Kleinman’) or through your university’s internship website:Ī one-page cover letter (include publishing or office experience, availability and location during the semester, technical/computer-related skills, genre or position-interest, and where you found this listing) Ī list of the last three books you’ve read, as well as your favorite three books andĪ writing sample of fewer than five pages (literary analysis preferred). If you are ready to apply, please submit the following material to with the subject ‘SEMESTER YEAR-AGENT(S) OF INTEREST’ (i.e. We offer internships three times a year (Fall, Spring, and Summer). We require a minimum of 16 hours weekly for both in-office and remote internships.įolio Literary Agency is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation and/or other protected categories. They should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook), exhibit strong research and writing skills, and have a keen editorial eye. Ideal interns will be interested in both the business and editorial side of publishing. Interns will receive a stipend of $1000 payable half at the beginning of their internship and half at the end of the internship. Interns may be either in our New York offices or remote, depending on the intern. Learning to evaluate query letters and manuscript submissions Īssessing the process of editing manuscripts and nonfiction book proposals īecoming proficient in the etiquette for communicating with authors, editors, and publicists andĪnalyzing the ins and outs of publishing contracts. An internship at Folio Literary Management is an educationally based program consisting of two parts: first, it provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of publishing through specific examples, stories, handouts, and practical information about the day-to-day world of publishing and agenting and second, Folio interns will work closely with one or two Folio agents to develop the intern’s understanding of publishing through a variety of tasks.
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