Role overview

W.W. Norton’s Subsidiary Rights department is seeking an intern for Fall 2026. This internship offers exposure to the full range of rights markets, both domestic and foreign, with particular emphasis on license renewal and research. The intern will undertake independent projects, gain valuable fluency in deal terms and contract language, assist in preparations for book fairs, and interact with licensees. The Rights department works with books across all Norton’s diverse trade imprints and College divisions.

About

the internship

W. W. Norton is looking for interns to participate in our twelve-week internship program. Our internship program provides participants with an engaging, supportive, and hands-on learning experience in publishing that includes educational lunch sessions and networking within the intern class.

Responsibilities

Answering rights queries from people all over the world in a timely and accurate manner
Communicating with and providing support to publishers of different formats and editions, including translations and audiobooks
Regular follow-up of contracts and advances, requiring close contact with domestic licensees and international subagents

Qualifications

College junior, senior, or recent graduate
Eager to improve verbal and written communication skills
Enjoy collaborating and working in a group to solve challenges
Passion for learning and ideas
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Global mindset and interest in how American books are published in other countries and languages, and how printed books become audiobooks

Compensation and Benefits

Paid at $17 per hour, subject to applicable law
Maximum of 20 hours weekly

Internship details

Internship period is twelve weeks from 9/14/2026 to 12/4/2026
Workday is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time; specific work hours are flexible
This internship will be in-person in our Manhattan offices for those residing within commuting distance. Those in other locations will work remotely.
Eligibility to work with W.W. Norton & Company in the US is required.

Application Information

Submit resume and cover letter to Sofia Utz ([email protected])
Deadline: August 14, 2026
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis; this listing may close early if enough applications are received.
Please refrain from sending additional follow-up emails after submitting your application.
Final hiring decisions will be made by 9/1/2026. If you do not hear from us by then, assume the internship has been filled.
You must follow these submission instructions to be considered.

Subsidiary Rights Internship, Fall 2026

Get Started

Job Description