[Hiring] Internship, Corporate Communications @Bertelsmann-Jobs

Role Description

Learn about the world of publishing! Discover career opportunities with our CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS team.

Our dedicated team of publishing professionals is committed to helping authors realize their very best work and to finding innovative new ways of bringing stories and ideas to audiences worldwide. Find your story in our books!

Corporate Communications

The Corporate Communications team builds and strengthens Penguin Random House’s brand and reputation through:

• Executive communications
• Media relations
• Social impact strategy
• Internal and external communications

Some responsibilities may include:

• Develop and support internal and external communications content across corporate channels
• Support corporate communications projects, campaigns, events, and cross-functional initiatives
• Conduct research and analysis to inform communications strategies and recommendations
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to advance organizational priorities

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DETAILS

Penguin Random House offers a 10-week PAID, REMOTE internship opportunity available in our adult, children’s, and corporate divisions. Interns will have the opportunity to support the strategy and daily execution of the company’s internal communications, while working in close partnership with the rest of the team. Our interns are also exposed to the publishing process and our business through panels and networking events.

What you study does not matter! We are looking for your desire to work with books, your drive to learn, and your curiosity for the publishing industry.

• Summer interns work for 28 hours per week and are paid $21/hour.
• Application Deadline: October 21st, 2026, at 11:59pm EST
• Program Dates: June 7th, 2027 – August 12th, 2027

Qualifications

• Must be ready to work full-time on or before June 2028 (You do not need to be enrolled in college or have a degree to apply to our internship program)
• Able to work 28 hours/week throughout the program
• Available and commit to the program working June 7th, 2027 – August 12th, 2027
• Must reside in the U.S. for the duration of the internship program
• Must be over the age of 18
• Genuine interest in media, corporate communications, and book publishing

Requirements

• Submit your resume and cover letter using our online application process. You must submit a cover letter to be considered for our internship program.
• While you may apply for more than one internship opportunity, we encourage you to apply for the areas you are most interested in.

Benefits

• Salary: $21/hour
• Comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including:
• Medical/Prescription drug insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k)
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Educational Assistance
• Generous paid time off