Dover Publications, a division of Lakeside Book Company, is a niche publisher with over 7,500 titles in print. Since its founding in 1941, Dover has built an exemplary reputation by offering remarkable products at amazing prices. Based in Garden City, New York, Dover Publications has consistently shown a commitment to excellence through finely crafted books and high-quality content across adult coloring, classic literature, mathematics, music, wellness, children's publishing, and more. 

Dover Publications offers an engaging summer internship program that provides learning, mentorship, networking, and meaningful work experience for those interested in a publishing career, with an emphasis on expanding diversity and inclusion. This year we are looking for a Print Production Intern.

Timeline, compensation, and location

• Summer Internship—10 weeks, beginning in June and ending mid-August
• Monday to Thursday
• Six hours per day
• $16.00 per hour
• In Dover offices, located in Garden City, NY

Your experience

• An interest in book publishing with an eagerness to learn
• The ability and willingness to work in a team environment
• Well organized with excellent written and verbal communication skills

How you will make a difference

As our Print Production Intern, you will support our Production team and assist the Production Manager with tasks, including:

• Enter print job specification information in the pricing template and build printing scenarios
• Enter Purchase Orders into the system
• Track open purchase orders and follow up with vendors on late deliveries
• Gain exposure to all stages of the book development process
• Maintain blank dummy library of samples received

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Previous experience in data-entry

What we offer you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.
 

Dover Publishing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.