Job Description

Overview

We are currently seeking an intern to work with the Strategy, Innovation, Business Process Reengineering and Business Development teams.

The Strategy and Innovation team is looking at the future of reading, how to sell stories to the customers of tomorrow, how to get our authors’ stories into the hands of more people, what innovations will impact the book industry, and so much more.

The Business Process Reengineering team is looking at how AI will impact the publishing process. It’s an exciting set of questions and the team works with all parts of the business and across all HC global offices to find these answers.

The Digital Business Development team seeks to put HarperCollins books into the hands of more readers through deals with retailers, subscription services, libraries and schools. We’re continually seeking new opportunities to distribute our content to new vendors, on new business models and in new formats to improve revenues and reach for our authors.

Responsibilities

Specific projects for this internship will be determined based on applicant skillset. Potential projects include:

• Identifying top technology and consumer trends impacting the publishing business from a business and innovation perspective.
• Ad hoc strategy and innovation projects – either independent or supporting. Including supporting work flow / process analysis for business improvements.
• Supporting various teams in analysis and reporting on ad-hoc projects.
• Ebook and audiobook sales analysis

Qualifications

• Candidates must be available to work in our NYC office from Monday – Thursday for a total of 28 hours per week, from June 7 – August 12, 2027. Compensation for this internship is $18 per hour.
• Candidates who are available to work in a full-time capacity in 2027 or 2028 are eligible for this internship; open to rising seniors, recent graduates, master’s students, or entry level candidates with up to 1 year of work experience.
• 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!
• Experience working with AI tools; an aptitude for innovating using AI.
• Ability to gather lots of information and consolidate it into Exec-level communication
• Ability to use PowerPoint well, Excel proficiency and analytical skills, Word proficiency
• Basic understanding of statistics and data analysis, and be comfortable reading and interpreting cross-tabular survey data.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite is required.

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 1, 2026 by 11:59 pm ET.

HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.