Editing and Production Internship

2017 Winter/Spring Semester

January 9, 2017 – April 21, 2017

Internship description:

Observe, learn, and participate as you follow the publishing process of a book—from first edits to final proofreading to sending a completed book to press. In the process, you’ll assist with “cold” proofreading, copy-to-copy proofreading, occasional fact checking and sources verification, pre-press checks, and blueline checks. You may also write advertising copy (“blurbs”) for the covers of upcoming books.

Company description:

Deseret Book Company, founded in 1866, is a trusted resource in the publishing, distribution and retailing of religious books and music serving members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Deseret Book is committed to providing the finest collection of books and music that build faith, strengthen personal values, and offer practical advice to religious and non-religious alike. It now operates 31 full-line bookstores under the Deseret Book brand, and 26 discount bookstores under the Seagull brand, all in the western United States. For more information about Deseret Book Company, visit DeseretBook.com.

Internship location: Deseret Book Corporate Office

57 W. South Temple

Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Major(s) requested: English

Requirements/qualifications:

This internship is designed for undergraduate or graduate English majors preferably in at least junior or senior level of coursework with editing minor or other related minor and/or previous editing experience. Must have exceptional proofreading and communication skills and pass an in-house editing test with a score of 80% or higher.

Salary/hours: Paid internship ($7.25/hr)

24 hrs/wk; 15-week duration

Graduate or undergraduate students

Application process:

Complete an online application at https://deseretbook.applicantpro.com and send your cover letter and resume to Andrea Barker at .

Contact: Andrea Barker, Internship Coordinator – HR

57 W. South Temple; Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Phone: (801) 517-3383
Email:

Updated 10.17.2016