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Beacon Press is owned and operated under the auspices of the Unitarian Universalist Association and is an equal opportunity employer. Beacon Press values a diverse workforce; people with disabilities, people of color, and those who identify as LGBTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply. In alignment with our commitments to science and equity while protecting those are most vulnerable, proof of a full-course vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement of employment. Medical exemptions are considered upon recommendation from a provider.

INTERNSHIPS

Beacon Press Internships for People of Color: Editorial Internship Fall 2025

The Beacon Press Internships for People of Color program seeks to increase diversity and inclusiveness in the book publishing industry. We encourage applicants anywhere in the country to apply. We offer a competitive hourly wage of $20 an hour for each internship. Interns are expected to work for 10–14 weeks, with a 17–20 hour-per-week commitment and a flexible schedule. It is preferable, though not required, that interns be available to work on Thursdays for various meetings.

The editorial intern assists all members of the editorial staff. Day-to-day tasks include reading and reporting on submissions, researching potential book ideas, helping guide books to production, and working on special projects. Interns sit in on a number of proposal and other meetings and get the chance to learn how editors evaluate book proposals and a glimpse into the publishing cycle. Candidates should have a strong interest in publishing (especially the editorial process), in social justice, and how the two can work together.

To apply for the Beacon Press Internship for People of Color for the Fall 2025, please send your résumé and a cover letter to internships@beacon.org with “Editorial Intern” in the subject line. Applications are due by July 30.

Beacon Press Internships for People of Color: Audiobook Production Internship Fall 2025

The Beacon Press Internships for People of Color program seeks to increase diversity and inclusiveness in the book publishing industry. The Beacon Press Audio program seeks a candidate with a multimedia background who desires firsthand experience working in audiobook production and publishing. We offer a competitive hourly wage of $20 an hour. Interns are expected to work for 10–14 weeks, with a 12–14 hour-per-week commitment and a flexible schedule. It is required that interns be available to work on Thursdays for various meetings and it is preferable that they come into the office on Thursdays.

The intern will work closely with the Beacon Audio team; help research the audiobook industry for the latest methods and trends, listen to auditions, manage an audiobook production schedule, work with external audio vendors, and develop future production strategies. Candidates should be familiar with audio recording and editing software, proficient with multimedia content creation and working with software like Photoshop and Canva. We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude, attention to detail, and a love for audiobooks.

To apply for the Beacon Press Internship for People of Color for the Fall 2025, please send your résumé and cover letter to audio@beacon.org with “Audio Intern” in the subject line by July 30, 2025.

Beacon Press is owned and operated under the auspices of the Unitarian Universalist Association and is an equal opportunity employer. Beacon Press values a diverse workforce; people with disabilities, people of color, and those who identify as LGBTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply. In alignment with our commitments to science and equity while protecting those who are most vulnerable, proof of a full-course vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement of employment. Medical exemptions are considered upon recommendation from a provider.