BOOK PUBLISHING INTERNSHIP

The SBPA is looking for undergraduate interns to participate in its book publishing internshipprogramme, which will run from 21 May to 27 July 2018. Selected students can look forward to interning at one of SBPA’s participating member companies during this period (at Appendix A).

Interns will attend training seminars conducted by experienced SBPA staff on relevant skills in book publishing, such as copyediting, proofreading, book marketing and book designing. Interns will also get to visit printing companies and bookstores to better understand the final stages of book production. Classroom-based activities will be organised at the end of every training seminar to reinforce the lessons learnt.

A supervisor/mentor will be assigned to guide the intern throughout the programme. The remuneration for this programme will be $600.00 per month.

Pre-requisites

i) Students majoring in arts, business, design, marketing, science and social sciences-related subjects

ii) Excellent written and spoken English. Proficiency in either Mandarin, Malay or Tamil will be an added advantage

iii) Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in groups when required

iv) Meticulous and resourceful, with the ability to multitask

v) Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills

vi) Positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Other qualities

i) Proficiency in PhotoShop, InDesign and Illustrator is welcomed but candidates must be familiar with Microsoft Office applications

How to apply

Please complete the Internship Application Form and the Internship Application Questions found in this document and send those, along with a copy of your CV to info@singaporebookpublishers.sg. The closing date for applications is 1800hrs, on Friday 23 March 2018.