Job Description
Job Description
About ABRAMS:
Founded in 1949, ABRAMS is the first U.S. company to specialize in publishing art and illustrated books. We continue to publish critically acclaimed and bestselling works across a wide range of genres, including art, photography, cooking, design, entertainment, and children's books. We are passionate about creating beautifully designed books with the highest production values, under our various imprints, including Abrams, Abrams ComicArts, and more.
If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience at a leading publisher where creativity, collaboration, and storytelling come to life, ABRAMS may be the perfect place to start your career journey. As the first U.S. publisher dedicated to art and illustrated books—and an industry leader in visual and narrative publishing—ABRAMS is seeking an Adult Comic Arts Editorial Intern to join our Comic Arts Editorial team as part of our Internship Program.
Over the course of this immersive, unpaid program (offered for academic credit only), interns will gain meaningful insight into the world of book publishing while contributing to real projects that drive our business forward. You’ll learn alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills in your area of interest, and participate in opportunities designed to broaden your understanding of the publishing industry. Our goal is to help prepare the next generation of publishing talent while fostering a passion for books, art, and culture.
At ABRAMS, we value creativity, inclusion, and the power of storytelling—and we are excited to welcome students who are eager to learn and contribute to our mission.
We are offering a college credit-based internship opportunity for a Comic Arts Editorial Intern in the Comic Books department. You will be an integral part of our creative team, supporting the editorial process and gaining hands-on experience in the dynamic world of comic book publishing. This internship is designed to provide you with exposure to various aspects of editorial work, from manuscript review to publication.
What you’d be doing:
- Learning and networking with ABRAMS employees, publishing professionals, and fellow interns during a summer internship experience for academic credit
- Gaining hands-on exposure to the publishing industry, from concept to finished product
- Supporting research, project work, and day-to-day tasks within your assigned department
- Contributing ideas and providing creative input on department projects
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams and learning about various areas of the publishing business
- Participating in workshops and discussions designed to deepen your understanding of publishing trends and processes
- Receiving coaching, mentorship, and feedback from experienced ABRAMS professionals
- Assist in reviewing and evaluating comic book scripts and artwork submissions.
- Provide constructive feedback to creators and communicate editorial decisions effectively.
- Organize and maintain editorial calendars, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Manage communication between the editorial team and contributors.
- Conduct research on relevant topics to ensure accuracy in comic book narratives.
- Verify historical or information to enhance storytelling authenticity.
- Assist in Editing Process.
- Collaborate with editors to proofread and edit comic book scripts for grammar, style, and continuity.
- Participate in creative discussions and brainstorming sessions.
- Coordinate with artists, writers, and other creative contributors to facilitate smooth workflow.
- Attending team meetings and contributing ideas to enhance the overall quality of comic book projects.
We’re looking for someone who has:
- An undergraduate or graduate education with an anticipated graduation date in 2026 or 2027
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask and hungry to learn
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Passion for comic books and a keen understanding of the comic book industry.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Detail-oriented with a strong grasp of grammar and storytelling principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with comic book creation software is a plus.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Highly preferred candidates also have:
- Prior internship experience
Internship Details:
- Duration: Sept 8th – December 19th (Fall 2025)
- 20 Hours per week
- Hybrid office hours
- Compensation: For credit only; must be enrolled in a college program offering internship credit.