Publishing Jobs in Baltimore, MD

Job Req ID : 114761

Publishing Intern

Johns Hopkins University Press seeks a who 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 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 selecting and developing innovative ideas and scholarship, creating and embracing transformative technologies to enhance discovery and learning, and connecting people to the most trusted knowledge from global researchers, scholars, and educators.

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 is hybrid with some tasks performed remotely and regular in-person meetings at the Johns Hopkins University Press at 2715 N. Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21218. 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. Applicants are required to submit two short essays 1) what interests you about this internship and 2) what does DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion, and access) mean to you? Priority is given to first-generation and low-income applicants. This position reports to the Director, Publishing Operations.

The Press is committed to honoring every persons 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 $15.70 per hour.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend team / department meetings and actively participates / takes on opportunities to share knowledge and learn skills.
• Gain knowledge of the presss / divisions / departments functions; may job shadow various roles within the department in order to understand roles 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 tasks.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins Universitys salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education / training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here : .

Education and Experience Equivalency

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 Completing Studies

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.

Background Checks

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the .

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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