Presented by HarperCollins Publishers

Are you looking to start or transition into a career in book publishing? Are you passionate about books? Would you love a deeper understanding of what the publishing industry is all about? If so, we are now accepting applications for our seventh annual New to Publishing Information Session and Networking Event! At HarperCollins, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, if you identify as part of an underrepresented community, we strongly encourage you to apply. We will have both an in-person event and a virtual session. Invited attendees can choose which event is best for them to participate in. During each session, you will have the opportunity to:

• Hear tips on resumes, cover letters, and the interview process from HarperCollins’ Senior Director of Talent Acquisition.
• Gain a broader perspective on the industry by participating in live panels; engage with a variety of departments and learn how they collaborate and innovate together.
• Build your professional network and have an opportunity to connect one-on-one with an industry expert via an informational interview.

The New to Publishing event(s) is perfect for anyone without industry experience looking to start their career in book publishing or transition to the industry mid-career. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to change fields or to gain exposure to the following departments:

• Sales
• Design
• Marketing
• Contracts
• Editorial
• Publicity
• Managing Editorial
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Subsidiary Rights
• Production

Details of the virtual session: Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023 Time: 2-5 pm EST. Attendees will receive a link to the session closer to the date of the event. Closed captioning will be provided.

Application Process: Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of HarperCollins employees, and a select number of applicants will be invited to attend the event. The application deadline is 11:59 pm EST on October 31, 2022. Candidates being considered for the event(s) will be contacted by mid-December.

Eligibility: Applicants should not have interviewed for any previous positions at HarperCollins and must meet the following additional criteria:

• Must be available to start working in a full-time role in New York City or San Francisco in 2023
• College graduates or those without a degree and with transferable work experience may also apply
• Must have administrative/office experience
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Must be eligible to work and be paid in the U.S. and be of legal working age
• Those who identify with groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the publishing industry are strongly encouraged to apply

How to apply: The application process is anonymous. Applicants must submit a one-page essay answering the questions outlined below. No resume is required, and names should not be included in the essay.

• Why do you want to work in book publishing? If you are changing careers, why do you want to transition into book publishing?
• What are the last five books you’ve read? (This can be a list or paragraph.)

As resumes are not required, when prompted by the system to submit a resume, the essay should be submitted in its place. If not prompted, go to your candidate profile and replace your existing resume.