Discovery Internship - Grad Edition: Publisher, Proofreader, and Writer Intern (Writing Dr)

Reference
1108841

Branch
Liverpool John Moores University

Start date
11/05/2026

Duration
Other - See Job

Hours and days
This internship will run for 140 hours

Dress code
Smart Casual

Rate of pay
£12.83

Holiday rate
£1.55

Role

***Ringfenced to level 6 LJMU students only*** 

***Applications must be submitted using the application form linked below. Please upload it instead of a CV. Any other method will not be accepted*** 

Download application form

This is an exciting role for a creative writer/publisher graduate. On the publishing side of things, you would assist us with the formatting of books and uploading onto the various publishing systems. Weʼll have a variety of books that require publishing as well as titles that are already listed that could be reviewed.

For the writers, there would be proof-reading of clients' work, and the opportunity to work and learn from Nicola, who has aBA, MA, PhD in Creative Writing. For exceptional candidates, there would be the opportunity for some ghost-writing.

Objectives:

• Edit, format and publish books across multiple publishing platforms
• Proofreading drafts of manuscripts; preparing these for publication
• Learn from Nicola and potential for ghost-writing opportunities

Duties and responsibilities
Tasks/Main duties:

• You would work on manuscripts to ensure they are error free, looking at copyediting, proofreading, formatting, and publishing of the books
• You would review current works, and monitor their performance across publishing platforms
• Assist with current clients work, including the planning, writing, reviewing, and proofreading of work
• Work with Nicola to learn the skills of ghost-writing

Skills and experience
This is a writing coaching and publishing company, so exceptional levels of written English is essential. You should have an excellent understanding of grammar, punctuation, and the nuances of the English language.

Location
Virtual

Additional information

***Ringfenced to level 6 LJMU students only*** 

***Applications must be submitted using the application form linked below. Please upload it instead of a CV. Any other method will not be accepted*** 

Download application form 

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 15th March. 

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