Internships

AGENTS OPEN TO INTERNS

Jeff Kleinman and Steve Troha are seeking a curious, creative, and highly organized intern with exceptional research skills, strong writing ability, and an interest in publishing, storytelling, music, and popular culture. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to the work of a literary agency, from evaluating new book ideas to researching authors, audiences, and publishing opportunities.
The intern will work closely with Jeff and Steve on a variety of editorial, research, and marketing projects while gaining insight into how commercial books are developed, acquired, positioned, and sold.
Responsibilities may include:

Conducting research to support the development of nonfiction and fiction book projects, including historical, cultural, and market research;
Research prospective authors, including audience demographics, career history, and publishing opportunities;
Analyzing social media platforms as a research tool to better understand audience engagement, reader behavior, and emerging trends;
Assisting with research related to current clients and book campaigns, including comparative title research and competitive analysis;
Creating and maintaining internal research databases and editorial resources;
Reading and evaluating book proposals, sample chapters, and manuscripts, and discussing editorial strengths and opportunities for improvement;
Tracking trends across publishing, music, entertainment, and digital media to help identify future book opportunities.

Throughout the internship, students will gain practical experience in:

How literary agents evaluate commercial book ideas;
The editorial development of book proposals and manuscripts;
Market research and competitive analysis within the publishing industry;
Author branding, platform development, and audience analysis;
The role of social media and digital communities in modern publishing;
Professional research methods and project organization.

The ideal candidate will have:

Excellent writing, editing, and research skills;
Outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational abilities;
Familiarity with major social media platforms;
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace;
An interest in commercial publishing, music, the arts, history, popular culture, and/or storytelling.

This internship is an outstanding opportunity for students interested in publishing, literary representation, editorial work, digital media, or cultural research. Interns will gain meaningful exposure to the day-to-day work of literary agents and will participate in projects that illustrate every stage of the publishing process, from evaluating ideas through helping position books for the marketplace.
The position is fully remote, with a flexible schedule during regular Eastern Time business hours. Interns are expected to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship and is available only to students receiving academic credit through an accredited college or university.

Erin Niumata and Katherine Odom-Tomchin are on the hunt for a curious, creative, and highly organized intern with sharp research instincts, strong writing chops, and a genuine love of books, storytelling, editing, pop culture, horror and audio books. This internship offers a front-row seat to the inner workings of a literary agency — from spotting the next great book idea to digging into authors, audiences, and where they fit in today's market.
The intern will work closely with Erin and Katherine across a mix of editorial, research, and marketing projects spanning romance, horror, women's fiction, mystery, and thrillers, gaining a real inside look at how commercial books get developed, acquired, positioned, and sold. You'll also have the chance to collaborate with our director of audio rights, Kat, getting a taste of how audio deals come together and what makes a book work in that format.
Responsibilities may include:

Conducting research to support fiction and nonfiction book projects, including historical, cultural, and market research;
Researching prospective authors — audience demographics, career history, and publishing opportunities;
Digging into social media as a research tool to understand audience engagement, reader behavior, and emerging trends;
Supporting research for current clients and book campaigns, including comp title research and competitive analysis;
Building and maintaining internal research databases and editorial resources;
Reading and evaluating book proposals, sample chapters, and manuscripts across romance, horror, women's fiction, mystery, and thrillers, and talking through editorial strengths and opportunities;
Tracking trends across publishing, music, entertainment, and digital media (audio included!) to spot future book opportunities;
Crafting submission letters for audio and print submissions.

Throughout the internship, you'll gain hands-on experience in:

How literary agents evaluate commercial book ideas across genre fiction;
The editorial development of proposals and manuscripts;
Market research and competitive analysis in publishing;
Author branding, platform development, and audience analysis;
The role of social media and digital communities in modern publishing;
Audio rights sales and the key players in the industry;
How a book goes from a proposal/manuscript to published book

The ideal candidate will have:

Excellent writing, editing, and research skills;
Great attention to detail and strong organizational instincts;
Familiarity with major social media platforms;
Solid proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace;
A love of romance, horror, women's fiction, mystery, thrillers, or genre fiction generally — plus an interest in music, the arts, history, and pop culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in publishing, literary representation, editorial work, audio rights, digital media, or cultural research. Interns will get meaningful, real exposure to the day-to-day life of literary agents and will work on projects that touch every stage of the publishing process — from evaluating ideas to helping position books (and audiobooks!) for the marketplace.
The position is fully remote, with a flexible schedule during regular Eastern Time business hours. Interns are expected to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship, available only to students receiving academic credit through an accredited college or university.

Marcy Posner is seeking a curious, thoughtful, and highly organized intern with strong reading, writing, and editing skills and an interest in commercial fiction and publishing. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to the work of a literary agent, with a particular emphasis on editorial development, manuscript evaluation, and understanding how books are shaped and brought to market.The intern will work closely with Marcy on a variety of editorial and publishing projects while gaining insight into how literary agents discover authors, evaluate manuscripts and proposals, develop projects editorially, and work with publishers to position books for the marketplace.
Responsibilities may include:

Reading and evaluating fiction manuscripts, book proposals, and sample chapters and discussing their strengths, weaknesses, and editorial possibilities;
Assisting with editorial work on manuscripts, including identifying areas that may benefit from revision, sharpening story, character, structure, voice, and pacing, and helping prepare projects for submission;
Researching prospective authors and identifying potential publishing opportunities;· Researching comparable titles and current publishing trends to help understand how books may be positioned in the marketplace;
Assisting with the preparation and refinement of submission materials, including pitch letters, synopses, and book descriptions;· Reading published books and forthcoming titles to develop an understanding of the commercial fiction marketplace;
Tracking publishing news and trends and discussing how they may affect authors and their books;
Helping organize editorial materials and other agency resources.

Throughout the internship, students will gain practical experience in:

How literary agents evaluate fiction and determine whether a project is right for their list;
The editorial process of developing manuscripts from an early draft through submission;
How agents work with authors to strengthen story, character, structure, voice, and pacing;
How literary agents identify and evaluate new authors and projects;
How comparable titles and marketplace trends are used to position books;
How a manuscript or book proposal is prepared for submission to publishers;
The relationship between the editorial and business sides of literary representation;
The day-to-day work of a literary agent representing authors and their books.

The ideal candidate will have:

Excellent reading, writing, and editing skills;
A strong interest in commercial fiction and storytelling;
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities;
The ability to articulate thoughtful, constructive editorial feedback;
Curiosity about how books are developed, acquired, edited, and published;
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace;
An interest in publishing, literature, popular culture, and the broader book marketplace.

This internship is an excellent opportunity for students interested in publishing, literary representation, editorial work, or writing. Interns will gain meaningful, hands-on exposure to the editorial work of a literary agent and will participate in projects that demonstrate how an idea or manuscript develops into a book, from initial evaluation and editorial revision through submission and positioning for publication.The position is fully remote, with a flexible schedule during regular Eastern Time business hours. Interns are expected to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship and is available only to students receiving academic credit through an accredited college or university.

Literary Agency Internship – Fall 2026 (Remote)
Folio Literary Management is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented intern for a Fall 2026 educational internship with literary agent Quressa Robinson, who represents a diverse range of authors in fiction and nonfiction.
Designed to complement an undergraduate or graduate course of study, the internship provides an opportunity to learn about the literary-agenting profession and the publishing industry through supervised, hands-on exposure to the editorial, acquisitions, submission, and author-representation process. The intern will receive guidance and feedback while developing editorial judgment, critical-reading skills, knowledge of the publishing marketplace, and an understanding of the role of a literary agent.
Dates: September–December 2026
Hours: Minimum 20 hours/week
Location: Remote
Compensation: Unpaid; participation must be eligible for academic credit
Eligibility: Sophomore–Senior undergraduate students or graduate students (MFA or related programs)
Educational Components and Responsibilities
Editorial Development: Learn techniques for evaluating manuscripts and providing thoughtful, constructive editorial feedback, with guidance from the agent.
Query Evaluation: Develop critical-reading skills by reviewing queries and sample pages and discussing considerations such as writing, concept, audience, and potential positioning in the publishing marketplace.
Client Relations: Observe selected author-agent meetings and professional communications to learn how agents develop and maintain relationships with clients throughout the publishing process.
Submission Strategy: Learn how agents research appropriate editors and publishers, position projects for the marketplace, prepare submission materials, and develop submission strategies.
Contracts, Rights & Acquisitions: Gain exposure to the fundamentals of publishing contracts, subsidiary rights, the acquisitions process, and the respective roles of agents, editors, publishers, and authors.
Publishing Operations: Learn how literary agencies organize and track projects, submissions, correspondence, and other information using agency databases and publishing-industry tools.
Industry Education: Develop familiarity with current publishing trends, imprints, editors, genres, comparable titles, and other factors that inform an agent’s work.
Professional Development: Strengthen critical-reading, research, written communication, organizational, and professional skills applicable to careers in publishing and related fields.
Throughout the internship, the intern will have opportunities to ask questions, receive feedback, and discuss the reasoning behind editorial and business decisions in order to develop a broader understanding of literary representation and the publishing industry.
Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program and eligible to receive academic credit for the internship
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
Passion for books and familiarity with the contemporary publishing landscape
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote environment

An interest in learning about literary representation and the business of publishing
To Apply
Please send the following materials to office@foliolit.com with the subject line: Quressa Robinson Fall 2026 Literary Agency Internship

A one-page cover letter including relevant experience, availability, location, technical skills, genre interests, and where you found this listing
Resume
A list of the last three books you’ve read and your three favorite books
A writing sample of fewer than five pages; literary analysis is preferred

Frank Weimann is looking for a curious, independent, and thoughtful fall intern with excellent editorial and organizational skills looking to learn more about the nonfiction book space at a literary agency. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to the work of a literary agency, from evaluating queries to researching authors and editing proposals across a range of NF genres. In this role, one will hone the skills required of a successful nonfiction agent.
The intern will work closely with Frank and his associate, John Jardin, on a variety of editorial, research, and marketing projects while gaining insight into how commercial books are developed, acquired, positioned, and sold.
Educational Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities
Through hands-on exposure to the literary agenting and book publishing process, the intern will develop practical knowledge and analytical skills related to nonfiction publishing, editorial development, author representation, and the contemporary media landscape. Responsibilities and learning opportunities may include:

Learning how literary agents evaluate prospective authors and book projects by researching an author’s expertise, career trajectory, public profile, audience, and potential position within the publishing marketplace;
Analyzing audiences and reader behavior through the study of social media platforms, digital communities, engagement patterns, and emerging cultural conversations;
Developing critical reading and editorial analysis skills by reading and evaluating book proposals, sample chapters, and manuscripts, and identifying elements such as voice, structure, argument, audience, strengths, and opportunities for further development;
Studying current trends in publishing and popular culture by monitoring developments across books, music, entertainment, digital media, and social media, with an emphasis on understanding how cultural trends can inform new publishing ideas;
Learning how nonfiction book ideas are developed and positioned for the marketplace, including how an idea evolves from an initial concept into a proposal and how editors and agents assess its audience, originality, and commercial potential;

Throughout the internship, the intern will gain practical experience in:

How literary agents evaluate commercial book ideas;
The editorial development of NF book proposals;
Market research and competitive analysis within the publishing industry;
Author branding, platform development, and audience analysis;
The role of social media and digital communities in modern publishing;
Professional research methods and project organization.

The ideal candidate will have:

Excellent writing, editing, and research skills;
Outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational abilities;
Familiarity with major social media platforms;
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and Google Workspace;
An interest in commercial publishing, music, history, popular culture, and/or storytelling.

This internship is an outstanding opportunity for students interested in publishing, literary representation, and editorial work.
The position is fully remote, with a flexible schedule during regular Eastern Time business hours. Interns are expected to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship and is available only to students receiving academic credit through an accredited college or university

Folio Literary Management Internship Program

Folio Literary Management is accepting applications for its 12-week Intern Academy, a structured educational program designed to introduce college students to the many aspects of literary representation and book publishing.

Through a combination of supervised work, group instruction, presentations, and discussions with agency professionals, interns will learn about the full range of literary agency work, including manuscript submissions and evaluation, author and project development, contracts, subsidiary rights, international rights, and the publishing process from acquisition through publication.

Each intern will work closely with a participating Folio agent. Because every agent has different clients, specialties, and editorial interests, each agent has outlined below the particular kinds of books, projects, and experience they are seeking from an intern.

NOTE: This is an unpaid internship available only to students who are currently enrolled at an accredited college or university and are eligible to receive academic credit. Selected candidates must obtain all required approval and documentation from their institution before the internship begins. Folio will complete reasonable employer agreements, learning plans, and evaluations required by the student’s school.

The program runs for 12 weeks, with an expected commitment of approximately 15-20 hours per week. Interns will receive ongoing supervision, educational feedback, and opportunities to learn from agents and other members of the Folio team.

Applicants should review the individual agent descriptions below and apply to the opportunity that most closely matches their interests and experience. Applicants may apply to more than one agent, but should submit a separate, tailored application for each position.

Applicants do not need to provide their university paperwork at the initial application stage, but all required institutional approvals must be completed before the internship begins.

Folio Literary Management is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation and/or other protected categories.

Applicants who identify with groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the publishing industry [including but not limited to: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans and people with disabilities] are strongly encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
We offer internships three times a year (Fall, Spring, and Summer). If you are ready to apply, please submit the following material to office@foliolit.com with the subject ‘SEMESTER YEAR-AGENT(S) OF INTEREST’ (i.e. ‘Fall 2025-Jeff Kleinman’) or through your university’s internship website:

A one-page cover letter (include publishing or office experience, availability and location during the semester, technical/computer-related skills, genre or position-interest, and where you found this listing);
Your resume;
A list of the last three books you’ve read, as well as your favorite three books; and
A writing sample of fewer than five pages (literary analysis preferred).

***PLEASE NOTE: Send only one application, clearly listing the agent(s) of interest in the subject line.

Internships

AGENTS OPEN TO INTERNS

Conducting research to support the development of nonfiction and fiction book projects, including historical, cultural, and market research;

Research prospective authors, including audience demographics, career history, and publishing opportunities;

Analyzing social media platforms as a research tool to better understand audience engagement, reader behavior, and emerging trends;

Assisting with research related to current clients and book campaigns, including comparative title research and competitive analysis;

Creating and maintaining internal research databases and editorial resources;

Reading and evaluating book proposals, sample chapters, and manuscripts, and discussing editorial strengths and opportunities for improvement;

Tracking trends across publishing, music, entertainment, and digital media to help identify future book opportunities.

Throughout the internship, students will gain practical experience in:

How literary agents evaluate commercial book ideas;

The editorial development of book proposals and manuscripts;

Market research and competitive analysis within the publishing industry;

Author branding, platform development, and audience analysis;

The role of social media and digital communities in modern publishing;

Professional research methods and project organization.

The ideal candidate will have:

Excellent writing, editing, and research skills;

Outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational abilities;

Familiarity with major social media platforms;

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace;

An interest in commercial publishing, music, the arts, history, popular culture, and/or storytelling.