Editorial Assistant Intern

Overview

Are you passionate about publishing, the dissemination of knowledge, and advancing the global energy transition with evidence-based content grounded in research and real-world data?

Join Elsevier’s Energy and Chemical Engineering Books Team as an Editorial Assistant Intern to gain experience in proposal development, peer review, author outreach, and contracts!

The Energy and Chemical Engineering Books Team commissions scholarly books that support the global energy transition and the reduction of CO₂ emissions. We work at the intersection of engineering, science, and sustainability, partnering with researchers and professionals worldwide to develop content grounded in research and real-world application. Team members collaborate across regions and time zones, bringing diverse perspectives to their work.

We value inclusion, curiosity, clear communication, and continuous learning, and foster a supportive environment where every professional can build confidence, skills, and industry knowledge while contributing to projects with global impact.

This internship is part of the Rising TIDE program, designed to foster inclusion and provide individuals with work experience in the corporate world so that we can develop a pipeline of talent for entry-level post-graduation opportunities.

The Editorial Assistant Intern supports editors throughout the academic book publishing lifecycle, from early project development through contract preparation. In this role the intern contributes to research, outreach, and editorial coordination that help shape high‑quality, globally relevant academic books. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to scholarly publishing workflows, including author and reviewer engagement, data‑informed prospecting, and the use of digital and AI‑enabled tools.

Remote / home‑based role, open to candidates in the Eastern and Central Time Zones.

Program Dates:
June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

Undergraduate or graduate students expected to graduate by May 2027.

Submit a resume and application.

• Support editors with the development of new academic book projects.
• Research subject matter experts and maintain organized prospect lists.
• Assist with reviewer and author identification utilizing internal data and analytics tools.
• Prepare outreach materials and basic correspondence.
• Help draft and organize standard publishing documents under guidance.
• Contribute to author recruitment initiatives.
• Create content for social media to promote new books and highlight key initiatives.
• Utilize internal digital and AI‑enabled tools to support editorial tasks.

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree with a graduation date of May 2027.
• Passion for communication, publishing, science, and the dissemination of knowledge.
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint and Excel, or comparable spreadsheet skills and familiarity with structured data.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, meet time‑critical deadlines, and work successfully in a fast‑paced environment.
• Capacity to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly and independently.

Salary Range: $28/hour for undergraduate students, $30/hour for graduate students. This position is not eligible for benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.