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.