Marketing Intern (Children's) at Harry N Abrams Inc

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Copywriting, Campaign Research, ROI Analysis, Advertising Initiatives, Logistics Execution, Creative Input, Data Analysis, Consumer Engagement, Collaboration, Storytelling, Visual Publishing

Industry

Description

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 a Children's Marketing Intern to join our Marketing team as part of our Summer Internship Program commencing on June 2, 2026. 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. We’re offering an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the marketing field while working in Children’s publishing and learning how to build innovative, sales-driving campaigns. The Children’s Marketing team sets the strategy for marketing campaigns across Abrams’ Children’s lists and oversees advertising, retail marketing, and promotions, with a strong emphasis on ROI analysis. The team also partners closely with other marketing groups to ensure campaign efforts are aligned, strategic, and effective. As a Children’s Marketing Intern, you will support both creative and administrative facets of the department. You’ll gain exposure to every stage of the marketing process—from copywriting to campaign research—while also assisting with advertising initiatives and helping evaluate ROI on key marketing efforts. Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited academic institution. This internship is not open to recent graduates. What you’d be doing: * Copywriting and assisting with creating marketing materials. * Participating in brainstorming sessions and offering creative input. * Conducting audience and campaign research to inform strategies. * Executing mailings and supporting campaign logistics. * Updating and maintaining departmental organizational documents. * Assisting in evaluating the ROI of marketing campaigns, with a particular focus on advertising. * Learning to maximize consumer engagement to drive conversions. * Learning and networking with ABRAMS employees, publishing professionals, and fellow interns during this 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 We’re looking for someone who has: * Strong interest in pursuing a career in publishing, particularly in marketing, with a passion for books. * A balance of creativity and analytical skills, with an interest in connecting directly with consumers. Internship Details: * Compensation: For credit only; must be enrolled in a college program offering internship credit. * Location: New York, NY, and follows a hybrid schedule, working 20 hours per week. * Duration: June 2, 2026 - August 14, 2026 NOTE TO APPLICANTS: A cover letter is required to be considered for this role. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be reviewed. About ABRAMS Founded in 1949 as the first U.S. publisher to specialize in art and illustrated books, ABRAMS has a long-standing reputation for publishing visually stunning, critically acclaimed, and bestselling works. Today, ABRAMS continues to lead in the creation and distribution of high-quality books across a wide range of categories—including art, photography, design, fashion, entertainment, cooking, craft, and popular culture—as well as award-winning children’s and young adult titles under imprints such as Abrams Books for Young Readers, Amulet Books, and Abrams Appleseed. Headquartered in the creative heart of New York City, ABRAMS is home to a passionate team of editors, designers, marketers, and publishing professionals who bring bold ideas to life in collaboration with celebrated authors, artists, chefs, photographers, and cultural icons. Our books are distributed globally and have helped shape conversations in classrooms, kitchens, museums, and living rooms around the world. ABRAMS is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion—both in the stories we publish and in the culture we foster. Through programs like the ABRAMS Amplify Award, we uplift and support underrepresented voices in children’s publishing. Internally, we promote inclusive hiring practices and an environment where employees of all identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences are encouraged to bring their full selves to work. At ABRAMS, creativity, integrity, and collaboration are the foundation of everything we do. If you’re inspired by books that make a difference and want to be part of a team that values art, impact, and inclusion, we invite you to join us. Learn more at abramsbooks.com.

Responsibilities

The intern will support both creative and administrative tasks, gaining exposure to the entire marketing process from copywriting and research to assisting with advertising initiatives and evaluating campaign ROI. Responsibilities include creating marketing materials, participating in brainstorming, executing mailings, and maintaining organizational documents.