Editorial Intern

Engaged Media Inc. is looking for an intern to work with our homes group and assist with all facets of editing, writing and administrative duties integral to consumer magazine production. Duties will be divided between our main décor titles, as well as opportunity to write for our entertainment and history magazines. Writing and editing tests may be required. Internships with our automotive, sports and outdoors titles may also be available. 

The position will provide a comprehensive experience in magazine publishing, provide excellent clips for your portfolio and include the following responsibilities: 

1. Writing. Interns will be given various writing assignments based on skill level and interest. 

2. Editing. Interns will assist with all aspects of editing and proofing manuscripts and layouts. 

3. Production. Interns will work with editors on creative projects produced and shot for the magazines. Duties may include product pickup and ship-back, and Internet/catalog research. 

4. Multi-media management. Interns will assist with developing original online content for magazine websites as well as posting archived materials from past issues on various social media outlets.  

5. Interns will assist editors by responding to queries and requests for information from readers and publicists. 

6. Administration. Interns will work with the managing editor to put each issue “to bed” by properly filing manuscripts and photography, and by mailing comp copies as requested. 

These are paid positions for 8–20 hours per week, as the intern’s schedule allows. Engaged Media Magazines, the company that owns Romantic Homes, Cottages & Bungalows and Flea Market Décor, can work with the chosen candidate’s college to ensure that the appropriate credits are earned upon completion of the internship. The selected intern will have his/her own desk and an assigned schedule, mutually agreed upon by the editors and intern.  

Interns should have a minimum 3.0 GPA and excellent communication skills, as PR is an integral part of the position.  

Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter and resume.

RESUMES SUBMITTED WITHOUT COVER LETTERS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 

Alex Mendoza – amendoza@engagedmediainc.com