Job Description

Johns Hopkins University Press seeks a Publishing Intern who will gain hands-on experience learning the business of publishing from multiple angles. Each term-based paid internship will provide various opportunities to learn and interact with a wide range of people involved in the publishing industry. The Publishing Intern will join a team of exceptional professionals committed to bringing the benefits of discovery to the world by providing global access, impact, and influence for the scholarship that we publish and distribute. This position will help to ensure that the Press is a leader in the selection and development of innovative ideas and scholarship; the creation of pioneering technologies to enhance discovery and learning; and the connection of people to the most trusted knowledge from global researchers, scholars, and educators.

The publishing intern will assist with various tasks related to the publishing process, including editing, proofreading, research, and administrative duties in areas such as Acquisitions, Manuscript Editing, Design, Production, Sales, Marketing, Distribution, Finance and IT. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the publishing industry and a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment. The internship offers a unique opportunity to work with multiple divisions including books, journals, Project MUSE, and HFS. This is extremely important in promoting not just the mission of the Press, but the larger mission of academic publishing by offering up services to smaller presses and associations. The internship is hybrid with a portion performed remotely and a portion requiring some in-person interaction at the Johns Hopkins University Press at 2715 N. Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21218. This position reports to the Director of Publishing Operations.

The Press is committed to honoring every person\'s inherent dignity as human beings and making that the foundation of our organizational culture. We proactively find ways to ensure opportunities that promote diversity, equity, inclusion and access. We strive to publish courageously, giving voice to groundbreaking ideas. We support each other and our stakeholders and envision a future where knowledge enriches the lives of every person. The successful candidate will join a welcoming community that is inclusive and values the contributions and perspectives of individuals from all backgrounds.

*The salary for this position is $15 per hr. Actual salary may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate and is involved in a variety of projects that support the needs of the department. Works with the members of the team to identify solutions and perform tasks that accomplish individual and team goals.
• Attend team/department meetings and actively participates/takes on opportunities to share knowledge and skills that are pertinent to the meeting.
• Gain knowledge of the division\'s/department\'s functions; may job shadow various roles within the department in order to understand their role in the organization.
• May be assigned one or more specific projects during the internship; demonstrates an understanding of the process and accountability for the results/outcomes.
• Work independently or as a member of a team to accomplish the tasks necessary to successfully complete the project.
• Involve others when needed in a timely manner and work to meet timesheet and project timelines.
• Conduct all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organizations corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting a known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations.
• Weave diversity, equity, inclusion and access (DEIA) principles into all aspects of the work.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with MS Word and MS SharePoint preferred.
• Strong organizational time management skills, effective communication and professional writing skills.
• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and ambition.
• Enthusiastic, demonstrate can do and team working attitude with an ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to multi-task and meet assigned commitments.
• Excellent critical thinking and communication skills.
• Superior problem-solving skills including using analytics to drive decisions.
• Creative thinker; embracing new ideas; passionate about developing the potential of Hopkins Press.
• Inclusive in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Excel in effective use of resources; keen self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses.

Additional Information/Requirements

• Submit a personal statement (what interests you about this internship).
• Submit a sample of work.
• Priority given to first-generation and low-income applicants.
• Candidates are eligible to apply if they are actively enrolled as a college/university student with an interest in the publishing industry at an accredited University or College within 30 miles of the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Six months related experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• College coursework toward publishing profession.

Classified Title: Office Assistant
Working Title: Publishing Intern
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OC
Starting Salary Range: Min $15.00 - Max $24.50 HRLY ($15.00 HRLY budgeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus
Department name: Press General Administration
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University\'s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees\' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here:

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate\'s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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