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Apply for Job Job ID366533 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The ideal candidate will be detail oriented and is able to do repetitive tasks; self-directed (after training) and able to work well on their own, without having to always be told what to do; will be able to balance various projects at one time; and will be proactive and will ask for additional work during slower periods. General responsibilities: The University of Minnesota publishes high-quality trade, regional, and academic books. The Publishing Intern will work on projects from every department at the Press: editorial (formatting manuscripts, photo research and permissions, maintaining editorial files); book production (proofreading); marketing, sales, and publicity (market research, copywriting, pitching media coverage); business office (data entry, document scanning/compiling, records maintenance); journals; and the test division. Duties 25% EDITORIAL WORK: Format manuscripts for production and copyediting, prepare materials for various editorial/Press meetings, compile art and/or text permission logs, tag manuscripts, and order books for authors. 25% MARKETING WORK: Process media coverage, conduct market research, process review copy requests, assist with galley mailings, copy/pitch writing, assist with media research and outreach, staff local book events, conduct course adoption research, assist with exhibits coordination/packing, create supplementary marketing materials, assist with adding copy to the website. 20% BUSINESS OFFICE WORK: Data entry and document scanning, compiling PDFs to pay invoices, maintain supplier records, compile data from sales reports, update database records, scan contracts, royalty statements, and other documents. 20% PRODUCTON WORK: Proofreading, index and back cover copy editing, participate in the cover design process. 5% JOURNALS WORK: Tag manuscripts before copyediting, proofreading, and assist with entering subscription information. 5% TEST DIVISION WORK: Assist in monitoring the test division inbox and respond to general inquiries, ordering author copies. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications: HS degree or equivalent PREFERRED SELECTION CRITERIA: * Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and Google Drive * Strong organizational skills * Attention to detail and accuracy * Thoroughness and proactive with follow-up * Timeliness in performing work and attention to deadlines * Strong written communication skills About the Department The University of Minnesota Press, a ground-breaking nonprofit scholarly publisher located in downtown Minneapolis, seeks a highly motivated person with an interest in book publishing to work as a publishing intern for Spring Semester 2025, from January through May 2025. Pay and Benefits This position will pay $18/hour, and require 10 hours of work per week. Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:

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