An internship at Folio Literary Management is an educationally based program consisting of two parts: first, it provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of publishing through specific examples, stories, handouts, and practical information about the day-to-day world of publishing and agenting; and second, Folio interns will work closely with one or two Folio agents to develop the intern’s understanding of publishing through a variety of tasks. Some of these tasks may include:
 

• Learning to evaluate query letters and manuscript submissions;

• Assessing the process of editing manuscripts and nonfiction book proposals;

• Perfecting the art of the pitch letter;

• Becoming proficient in the etiquette for communicating with authors, editors, and publicists; and analyzing the ins and outs of publishing contracts.

 
Things to consider

• Interns may be either in our New York offices or remote, depending on the intern.

• Interns will receive a stipend of $1000 payable half at the beginning of their internship and half at the end of the internship.

• Ideal interns will be interested in both the business and editorial side of publishing.

• They should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook), exhibit strong research and writing skills, and have a keen editorial eye.

• We require a minimum of 16 hours weekly for both in-office and remote internships.
   

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: 

1. 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);

2. Your resume;

3. A list of the last three books you’ve read, as well as your favorite three books; and

4. 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. 
 
AGENTS OPEN TO INTERNS
 
Director of Media Rights Jess Siegler is seeking a curious, creative, and highly organized intern with exceptional research skills, strong writing ability, and an interest in film, television publishing, theater, journalism, storytelling, new media and popular culture. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to the work of a book-to-film/TV agent within a larger literary agency, from reading and evaluating new and backlist books for film, TV or other media potential, to researching comparative titles and authors, to scheduling meetings and calls with potential partners.
The intern will work closely with Jess on a variety of projects, while gaining insight into how books are pitched and sold to studios, streamers, networks and producers, as well as how book-to-film/TV contracts are structured. 
Responsibilities may include:

• Reading and evaluating new manuscripts as well as backlist books to determine whether or not they have screen potential. Formulating and articulating opinions (both written and verbal) about why, or why not a certain title might be right for the screen. Discussing editorial strengths and opportunities for improvement;

• Determining who the best partner for a particular book may be, based on previous films or TV series;

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

• Assisting with research related to current clients and titles, including comparative title research and competitive analysis;

• Creating and maintaining internal research databases and lists of current and prospective partners in the film and TV space;

• Tracking trends across film, television, publishing, music, digital media and other entertainment to help identify future film and TV opportunities.

Throughout the internship, students will gain practical experience in:

• How books are considered, pitched and sold to media companies;

• How to recognize a book with a strong chance of selling vs. one that does not. How to tell the difference;

• Market research and competitive analysis within the film, television and publishing industries;

• What a book-to-film/TV contract looks like, how they are structured, and major points to consider.

• The role of social media and digital communities in film and TV.

• 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 knowledge of film and television history, as well as a love of books;

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

This internship is an outstanding opportunity for students interested in the confluence of the publishing, film, television and new media worlds. Although the specific focus is on adapting books for visual media in its various forms, interns will also gain exposure to the day-to-day work of literary agents.
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 – Erin Niumata & Katherine Odom-Tomchin
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.