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Lecturer, English Department

College Park, MD

The mission of the College of Arts and Humanities (ARHU) is to prepare versatile and visionary ... Our majors are encouraged to explore a range of careers through internships, such as with the ...

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... Interns will develop administrative, digital literacy, and presentation skills. 3. Interns will ... Undergraduate studies in education, humanities, social sciences, internationalrelations,or a ...

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Asheville, NC · Hybrid

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... interns, and residency staff, while also collaborating with departments across the College. The ... Master's Degree in Fine Arts, Literature, Education, or in a related Humanities field. * 3 or more ...

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As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for digital humanities internship in the United States is $18.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Digital Humanities Internship is a structured opportunity for students or early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience working at the intersection of technology and the humanities. Interns typically assist with projects that involve digital tools and methods, such as data visualization, digital archiving, or web development, in humanities disciplines like history, literature, or cultural studies. These internships are designed to build skills in both digital technologies and humanities research, often preparing participants for careers in academia, libraries, museums, or related fields.

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As a Digital Humanities Intern, you can expect to work on projects that combine technology with research in the humanities, such as creating digital archives, developing interactive websites, or analyzing textual data using computational methods. Interns often collaborate with faculty, librarians, IT specialists, and fellow interns, contributing to both team-based and individual assignments. This collaborative environment provides opportunities to learn new digital tools, gain project management experience, and build a network with professionals across disciplines. These experiences not only enhance technical proficiency but also give insight into how digital methods are advancing research and public engagement in the humanities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Digital Humanities Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Digital Humanities Intern, you need a solid background in humanities research combined with digital literacy, often supported by coursework or a degree in fields like history, literature, or digital humanities. Familiarity with tools such as content management systems, data visualization software, coding languages (e.g., Python, XML), and digital archives is typically required. Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical thinking are valuable soft skills for interpreting data and working in interdisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for effectively bridging traditional humanities scholarship with digital technology, enabling innovative research and public engagement.
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Composition and Literature Print Internship, Fall 2026

W.W. Norton & Company, Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description


Who we are
Founded in 1923, W. W. Norton is the oldest and largest independent and employee-owned publishing house, publishing works of Nobel laureates, master teachers, and Pulitzer Prize winners. For over a century, Norton has been dedicated to achieving a common goal: to bring to readers and students enduring fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, as well as high-quality textbooks and digital learning tools.
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. Your work if you become a Norton intern with the Composition and Literature teams may include the following:
  • Assisting with manuscript preparation and production for anthologies, readers, and handbooks across the literature and composition list
  • Reading manuscripts, proposals, and proofs at various stages of publication
  • Working with survey data and marketing grids to assess instructor needs
  • Compiling sales data for prospective acquisitions and backlist titles
  • Identifying potential new readings for first editions and revisions of college composition titles
  • Working with the editorial assistants to complete projects as needed for the composition and literature teams

Experience and Skills
Why you'll be a great fit
We are excited to add interns who bring diverse perspectives to Norton. The ideal candidate is curious, hardworking, and eager to learn more about the different facets of publishing. Here are some skills and qualities we look for in candidates:
  • You are a college junior, senior, recent graduate, or someone looking to make a career change.
  • You are eager to improve your verbal and written communication skills.
  • You enjoy collaborating and working in a group to solve challenges.
  • You have a passion for learning and ideas.
  • You have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • You are excited to learn about the world of college textbook publishing.
  • You have interest or experience in the fields of literature, composition, and digital humanities.

Internship details
  • Interns are paid $17 per hour, subject to applicable law, and work a maximum of 20 hours weekly.
  • Internship period is twelve weeks from 9/14/2026-12/4/2026
  • Our workday is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time; specific work hours are flexible to accommodate an intern's schedule.
  • This internship will be in-person in our Manhattan offices
  • Eligibility to work with W.W. Norton & Company in the US is required.

If you are interested in applying, please submit your resume and cover letter to Caroline Fairey Meese (she/her) (cfairey@wwnorton.com) and Crystal Wang (they/them) (cwang@wwnorton.com) no later than August 14, 2026. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and if enough applications are received, this listing may close early. Once you have submitted your application, please refrain from sending additional follow-up emails, as these will only delay the hiring manager's ability to read the applications received. Final hiring decisions will be made by September 1, 2026, so if you do not hear from us by then, you can assume the internship has been filled by a different applicant. You must follow these submission instructions in order to be considered for the internship.

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