Editorial

Readeezy seeks highly organized and capable Editorial Assistants to join our intern cohort. As an Editorial Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative and editorial support, ensuring accuracy and consistency across our publications. This includes coordinating with authors, editing and proofreading stories and audio, and providing timely updates to the editorial staff. Although this is an unpaid internship, it provides the opportunity for a wide range of on-the-ground experience for those interested in a publishing career. What to Expect- Review 3,500-4,000 word stories for grammar, spelling, punctuation, verbiage and formatting corrections, as well as catching errors in plot structure and illustrations (for instance: inconsistencies in names, plot events, etc.)- Proof listen voiceovers, ensuring the audio matches the text- Assist Writer/Author interns with developmental and line editing as peer mentors- Assist with rewriting stories to a lower reading level (1st–2nd grade reading level)- Perform other duties as assigned- Communication with Readeezy staff Qualifications- Major in English, Journalism, Creative Writing or related field- Strong command of grammar, punctuation, style, tone, and fiction writing- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies across editorial content- Ability to follow editorial standards and in-house style guide- Strong organizational and time management skills- Proficient in components of Google Drive, especially Docs- Able to work independently and collaboratively- Able to commit 5-10 hours per week- This internship is eligible for credit if approved by applicant’s institution and follows all the requirements for this category. Please note: All applications that do not submit a resume and cover letter will not be considered. In addition, this role has a very selective process, as we always have more interested individuals than we can accommodate.