We're a different kind of publisher with a different kind of internship.
Publishing is a fun and exciting industry, and with the rise of digital media is undergoing some dramatic changes. Familius is a small company, so an internship with us means you’ll be on the frontlines of all the changes—forget pushing papers and getting others coffee. As a Familius intern, you’ll be given free reign to edit manuscripts, create digital content, and explore the world of publishing. And by the end of your internship, you can expect to see your very own work appear on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple’s iBookstore.

What kinds of internships are available?
Editing Program
There’s Chicago, and then there’s Chicago. Discover the ins and outs of substantive editing, the adventure of working with a real, breathing author, and get cozy with commas and colons.

The Project Be the lead editor on at least three Familius titles and proofread three additional titles.
Number of Positions 3
Hours 10–15 hours per week, but those hours can be freely scheduled around school and other activites.
Compensation $350 stipend
Location Flexible. All of your work can be done at home and on your own time. Regular meetings and communications will be done through Google Hangout and email.
What You'll Learn
  • Gain a general understanding of all phases of the editing process, including substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading.
  • Learn how to work with an author and recommend changes.
  • Understand a book’s intended market and how to align the book’s content with that market.
  • Learn basic notations required for preparing a manuscript for ebook production.
Writing Program
Parenting websites are a dime a dozen, but parenting sites with real traditional values are a dying breed. Help build a robust, online community for people that love the family by writing for familius.com.

The Project Contribute weekly article content to familius.com
Number of Positions 3
Hours 10 per week, but those hours may be scheduled at the intern’s convenience.
Compensation Unpaid
Location Flexible. All of your work can be done at home and on your own time. Regular meetings and communications will be done through Google Hangout and email.
What You'll Learn
  • Learn how online, editorial writing differs from traditional writing and master doing it!
  • Grasp the basics of web SEO and learn how to optimize your own content.
  • Work with a veteran from SheKnows.com with years of online content experience.
  • Learn to assess the success of your writing with Google Analytics tools and metrics.
Marketing & Sales Program
In a world with fewer bookstores, successful marketing and promotion is critical. Learn the mechanics of book, event, and PR marketing, and get your feet wet in one of today's most dynamic industries.

The Project Develop and execute marketing plans for key Familius titles.
Number of Positions 2
Hours 10 hours per week, but those hours can be freely scheduled around school and other activites.
Compensation Unpaid
Location Sanger, CA preferred, but qualified interns may work remotely.
What You'll Learn
  • Create a marketing plan tailored to key Familius titles.
  • With the help of the marketing manager, refine and execture your marketing plans.
  • Assist marketing manager with account research, press releases, and other marketing tasks.
  • Help promote and coordinate author events across the country.
When are the internships offered?
Summer Internship Program
Internship Begins May 1
Internship Ends August 31
Application Deadline March 31
Fall Internship Program
Internship Begins September 1
Internship Ends December 31
Application Deadline July 31
Winter Internship Program
Internship Begins January 1
Internship Ends April 30
Application Deadline November 30
How do I apply to the program?
Ready to become part of the family? Just click the button below to access the internship application.


How can I get more information?
Feel free to contact David Miles, Director of Digital Development and Deployment (david@familius.com). We'd more than happy to talk with you about our internship programs!

Check out some of the amazing work our interns have done:

Cover design and interior illustration: Saba Taghvai

Edited: Emily Smith

Edited: Brooke Jorden
 



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