Editorial Internship, (Part-time)
Start Month: June 2026
End Month: July 2026
Phaidon is seeking a part-time Editorial Intern to provide administrative support to the Phaidon Editorial team. This applicant must be based in the New York City region and available to come into the office 3 days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).
The successful candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated to meet deadlines, and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic publishing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience and insight into the illustrated book-making process.
The position will last as a 9-week long program, with flexibility on the start/end date. Pay is $17/hour for 2.5 days/week for a total of 17 hours/week. Previous book publishing experience is not required.
To apply, please email a full CV and cover letter to careers@phaidon.com to the attention of Jonas Wanstok by May 25, 2026.
Responsibilities:
- Provide general support to Phaidon editors across a variety of projects
- Assist with research projects and fact-checking
- Review and report on proposals sent to the Phaidon submissions inbox
- Handle book mailings from the New York office
- Research comparative titles and sales figures
- Help with proofreading and checking proofreader corrections
- Assist with image file management and processing
- Update and maintain our arts contact database
- Provide research assistance to Phaidon editors on the development of new books
Qualifications:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Must be able to prioritize, multitask, and manage time effectively
- An ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines
- Strong interest in book-making at a leading art publisher
- Ability to work from Phaidon’s offices in the Financial District
ABOUT PHAIDON
Phaidon is the premier global publisher of the creative arts with over 1,500 titles in print. We work with the world’s most influential artists, chefs, writers, and thinkers to produce innovative books on art, photography, design, architecture, fashion, food, and travel, and illustrated books for children. Phaidon is headquartered in New York and London, with offices in Paris and Berlin. Phaidon books are sold in a wide variety of sales channels, bookstores, and specialty shops, retail and online around the world.