Job Specifications
If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience at a leading publisher where creativity, collaboration, and storytelling come to life, ABRAMS may be the perfect place to start your career journey. As the first U.S. publisher dedicated to art and illustrated books—and an industry leader in visual and narrative publishing—ABRAMS is seeking a Social Media Intern to join our Comic Arts team as part of our Summer Internship Program commencing on June 2, 2026
Over the course of this immersive, unpaid program (offered for academic credit only), interns will gain meaningful insight into the world of book publishing while contributing to real projects that drive our business forward. You’ll learn alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills in your area of interest, and participate in opportunities designed to broaden your understanding of the publishing industry. Our goal is to help prepare the next generation of publishing talent while fostering a passion for books, art, and culture.
We’re seeking an enthusiastic and organized individual with a passion for graphic novels, comics, and publishing. The Social Media Intern will work closely with the Director of Publicity & Marketing and the Publicity & Marketing Assistant to support promotional efforts for our graphic novels, manga, and illustrated titles. Responsibilities may include designing social media graphics, filming and editing videos, tracking engagement, compiling influencer media lists, assisting with publicity mailings, and updating marketing and publicity grids. This role offers valuable experience in digital marketing strategy and content creation.
The Social Media Intern will also participate in key meetings and have the opportunity to learn from various members of the publicity and marketing teams through day-to-day collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical skills and gain insight into how social media supports the publishing industry.
Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited academic institution. This internship is not open to recent graduates.
What You’d Be Doing
Learning and networking with ABRAMS employees, publishing professionals, and fellow interns during a summer internship experience for academic credit
Gaining hands-on exposure to the publishing industry, from concept to finished product
Supporting research, project work, and day-to-day tasks within your assigned department
Contributing ideas and providing creative input on department projects
Collaborating with cross-functional teams and learning about various areas of the publishing business
Participating in workshops and discussions designed to deepen your understanding of publishing trends and processes
Receiving coaching, mentorship, and feedback from experienced ABRAMS professionals
We’re Looking For Someone Who
Has a passion for graphic novels, comics, and publishing
Passion for social media and digital marketing
Provide technical and creative support to the marketing and publicity team
Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Be familiar with social media platforms and digital tools such as MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite
Experience in videography and graphic design
Be able to collaborate effectively and also work independently on projects
Be receptive to feedback and able to meet deadlines
Highly Preferred Candidates Also Have
Strong proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Internship Details
Compensation: For credit only; must be enrolled in a college program offering internship credit.
Location: New York, NY, and follows a hybrid schedule, working 25 hours per week.
Duration: June 2, 2026 - August 14, 2026
About ABRAMS
Founded in 1949 as the first U.S. publisher to specialize in art and illustrated books, ABRAMS has a long-standing reputation for publishing visually stunning, critically acclaimed, and bestselling works. Today, ABRAMS continues to lead in the creation and distribution of high-quality books across a wide range of categories—including art, photography, design, fashion, entertainment, cooking, craft, and popular culture—as well as award-winning children’s and young adult titles under imprints such as Abrams Books for Young Readers, Amulet Books, and Abrams Appleseed.
Headquartered in the creative heart of New York City, ABRAMS is home to a passionate team of editors, designers, marketers, and publishing professionals who bring bold ideas to life in collaboration with celebrated authors, artists, chefs, photographers, and cultural icons. Our books are distributed globally and have helped shape conversations in classrooms, kitchens, museums, and living rooms around the world.
ABRAMS is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion—both in the stories we publish and in the culture we foster. Through programs like the ABRAMS Amplify Award, we upli
About the Company
Founded in 1949, ABRAMS was the first company in the United States to specialize in publishing art and illustrated books. The company continues to publish critically acclaimed and bestselling works in the areas of art, photography, cooking, craft, comics, interior and garden design, entertainment, fashion, and popular culture as well as narrative nonfiction and new works of fiction for adults; children’s books ranging from middle grade to young adult fiction to picture books to board books. ABRAMS creates and distributes bri...
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