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Contributions Editor

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$140K - $165K/yr

Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers, academics, journalists, and other potential ... Demonstrated skill in editing op-eds, essays, or reported features. * A strong editorial voice with ...

Senior Editor

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$150K - $180K/yr

... for editing regular columns. You'll help ensure that The Free Press is publishing distinctive ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers, academics, journalists, and other potential ...

Contributions Editor

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$140K - $165K/yr

Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers, academics, journalists, and other potential ... Demonstrated skill in editing op-eds, essays, or reported features. * A strong editorial voice with ...

Senior Editor

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$150K - $180K/yr

Demonstrated skill in editing business and economics pieces, including investigations, op-eds ... New York, NY (in office; remote US considered for exceptional candidates) Employment: Full-time ...

Community Intern - Summer 2026

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

We want to see your editing style and personality. Qualifications Being an intern at Her Campus ... Interns must be eligible for academic credit, and they are paid a stipend. Please note that Her ...

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

We want to see your editing style and personality. Qualifications Being an intern at Her Campus ... Interns must be eligible for academic credit, and they are paid a stipend. Please note that Her ...

$13 - $17.50/hr

As an intern, you will learn how to implement novel, cutting-edge remote sensing and machine ... Candidates must currently be enrolled in an academic degree program in Geography, Geoscience, Earth ...

This internship is designed for students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and are eligible to receive academic credit. This is an excellent remote based opportunity ...

Recruitment Intern (Remote)

Garden City, NY ยท On-site +1

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

This internship is designed for students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and are eligible to receive academic credit. This is an excellent remote based opportunity ...

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How much do remote academic editing internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote academic editing internship in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote academic editing internship?

A Remote Academic Editing Internship is a position where interns work online to review, revise, and improve academic documents such as research papers, theses, or journal articles. The role involves checking grammar, clarity, structure, and adherence to specific formatting or citation styles. Interns often collaborate with students, researchers, or faculty to help elevate the quality of academic writing. This internship typically allows for flexible hours and can be completed from any location with internet access. It is ideal for individuals interested in academic publishing, editing, or furthering their experience in scholarly communication.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote academic editing intern, and how do they collaborate with other team members?

As a Remote Academic Editing Intern, your daily tasks typically include reviewing and proofreading academic manuscripts for grammar, style, and clarity, ensuring consistency with specific formatting guidelines. You may also be responsible for providing constructive feedback to authors and working within tight deadlines. Collaboration usually occurs through project management platforms and regular virtual meetings with senior editors or other interns, where you can discuss editing challenges, share best practices, and receive mentorship. This remote structure encourages self-discipline, proactive communication, and a supportive team environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote academic editing intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Academic Editing Intern, you need strong writing, grammar, and research skills, often supported by a background in English, communications, or a relevant academic field. Familiarity with editorial tools such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and citation management software is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to communicate feedback professionally are standout soft skills. These skills ensure high-quality editing, meet publication standards, and facilitate effective collaboration in a remote environment.
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Senior Medical Editor

Fingerpaint Marketing

Cedar Knolls, NJ โ€ข On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Reset your expectations of a health and wellness agency. From our inception, Fingerpaint has been driven by an unstoppable collective spirit of possibility. It's that curiosity that's at the heart of everything we do. From our legendary people-first culture to the hundreds of Fingerpainters who define us, we've reimagined what it means to be a healthcare and wellness advertising agency. Here, creativity happens naturally-we attract top talent and give them a space to grow and collaborate.

The Opportunity: Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Senior Medical Editor to join our dynamic team. The Senior Medical Editor is a champion of high-quality work within a fast-paced environment and uses their experience and sharp eyes to ensure top-notch work on brand assignments. This individual will be instrumental in performing daily editorial responsibilities on 3 to 5 brands, including proofreading, initial reads, cold reads, fact-checking, correction checks, and double reads according to project stage and agency process.

Key Responsibilities

Core Function:

  • Edits/proofreads print and digital materials to ensure consistency with established grammar, punctuation, spelling, and adherence to AMA, client, and house style guidelines.
  • Fact-checks referenced information before jobs are sent to client/regulatory for approval.
  • Ensures relevant standards (eg, client/brand, AMA, FDA) are met.
  • Maintains style sheets and master reference lists for assigned brands and stays current with standards for co-editors' accounts-able to cover other brands when needed.
  • Collaborates with other departments to maintain high content quality, clarity, accuracy, and consistency, ensuring adherence to timelines.
  • Supports senior management in departmental and company initiatives, contributing to the creation or revision of departmental resources and processes.
  • Trains and mentors interns and associate editors if pursuing a management path.

What You'll Bring: Required Qualifications

  • Education:
    • Bachelor's degree (minimum), preferably in English, communications, journalism, or health sciences field.
  • Experience:
    • 3-5 years of professional medical editing experience, including fact-checking.

Specialized Knowledge:

  • Strong medical editing skills, including copyediting, substantive editing, and fact-checking; knowledge of AMA Manual of Style, 11th edition; and familiarity with FDA guidelines.
  • Is knowledgeable of and remains current on FDA guidelines.
  • General understanding of both print and digital projects, and how their unique needs affect editorial reviews.

Skills:

  • Strong skills in time management, prioritizing, organizing, and problem-solving, with attention to detail and ability to adhere to deadlines.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • General proficiency in digital/remote work communication tools.
  • Proficiency with standard software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook; Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

  • Pharmaceutical advertising agency experience is preferred.
  • Experience using Ziflow or similar online review platform preferred but not required.

Fingerpaint Group provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Employment Type: Regular Full Time