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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer psychology editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer psychology editor?

Summer Psychology Editors are professionals, often students or recent graduates with a background in psychology, who work on editing and reviewing psychology-related content during the summer months. Their responsibilities typically include proofreading articles, fact-checking psychological concepts, ensuring clarity and accuracy, and sometimes assisting in the publication process for academic journals or educational websites. This temporary role is ideal for those interested in psychology, research, or publishing, and provides valuable experience in academic editing and content creation.

What are the typical responsibilities of a summer psychology editor, and how do they collaborate with other team members?

As a Summer Psychology Editor, you will primarily be responsible for reviewing, editing, and refining psychology-related content for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to publication standards. You will often work closely with writers, subject matter experts, and other editors to ensure that articles or educational materials are both engaging and scientifically sound. Collaboration is key, as you may participate in team meetings to discuss editorial guidelines or provide feedback on drafts. The role also involves managing tight deadlines and prioritizing tasks, making strong organizational skills essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer psychology editor, and why are they important?

A Summer Psychology Editor should possess a strong background in psychology, excellent writing and editing skills, and a relevant degree or coursework in psychology or a related field. Familiarity with APA style, reference management tools, and editorial platforms such as Microsoft Word and Google Docs is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and effective communication make someone stand out in this role. These skills are essential to ensure psychological content is accurate, clearly presented, and meets academic or publication standards during a busy summer editorial cycle.

What is the difference between Summer Psychology Editor vs Summer Psychology Research Assistant?

AspectSummer Psychology EditorSummer Psychology Research Assistant
Required CredentialsUndergraduate or graduate psychology coursework, strong editing skillsUndergraduate psychology coursework, research experience
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams, publishing companies, academic journalsResearch labs, universities, academic institutions
Employer & Industry UsagePublishing houses, educational organizationsUniversities, research institutes
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding editing roles in psychology publishingGaining research experience in psychology

The Summer Psychology Editor typically focuses on editing and preparing psychological content for publication, requiring strong editing skills and familiarity with psychology topics. In contrast, the Summer Psychology Research Assistant assists with research projects, data collection, and analysis, often requiring research experience. Both roles are valuable for psychology students but serve different career development paths within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Summer Psychology Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 32% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Associate Editor (NYC Hybrid) - Hanover Square Press

HarperCollins Publishers

New York, NY • On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Overview
Company: Harlequin
Job Title: Associate Editor
Department(s): Trade NY
Reports to: Editorial Director
Status: Regular full time
Location: 195 Broadway, New York (hybrid model)
Job Vacancy Status: Vacant and actively accepting applications
We celebrate and support the differences that make each of us unique, striving to create a welcoming workplace that ensures everyone has a voice and is able to do their best work. We welcome all applicants, including those who identify with groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the publishing industry including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous, people of colour, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and persons with disabilities.
Join us, and share your story.
Job Summary:
The Associate Editor for Hanover Square is responsible for soliciting, acquiring and editing manuscripts in genres such as biography, history, journalism, memoir, pop culture, psychology, science and true crime, as well as high-concept fiction - including crime, horror, literary, sci-fi/fantasy, speculative novels and works in translation. The Associate Editor is a key representative for the imprint and must work closely with numerous internal departments as well as the author and agent communities. This is an exciting opportunity to cultivate a list, edit acquisitions for a top-tier list and work with an innovative publishing team with a proven track of success.
Responsibilities
  • Solicits, acquires, edits, and guides the publishing strategy for commercial fiction and nonfiction books in accordance with the imprint's vision.
  • Oversees books through all phases of the publishing process from acquisition to on-sale and beyond, acting as the in-house liaison with internal departments (marketing, publicity, sales, art, production, contracts, etc.)
  • Develops and executes a clear and commercial publishing vision for titles, including launch presentations, cover direction, etc.
  • Edits and/or offers editorial feedback on select acquired projects alongside senior editors and editor director;
  • Keeps an eye on current trends and develops book ideas with broad sales potential.
  • Fosters existing and new agent relationships.
  • Writes copy for use on cover, galleys, marketing, etc.
  • Maintains knowledge of competitive marketplace and monitors self-published space for opportunities and trends.
  • Acts as a key representative for the imprint both internally and externally with agents, scouts, foreign publishers, and media.
  • Occasional attendance at conferences and fairs.
  • Develops homegrown, reverse-engineered book projects with an eye towards revenue potential.

Qualifications
  • Undergraduate Degree
  • 2-3+ years of publishing or related experience with a proven track record of acquisition in nonfiction and fiction
  • Keen eye for commercial books with strong sales potential
  • A commitment to publishing books from a diverse range of voices and perspectives.
  • Excellent editorial and copy writing skills.
  • Broad list of agent contacts, with specific emphasis on those who represent categories that match the imprint's focus.
  • Strong negotiation skills along with knowledge of standard publishing contracts and P&Ls

What's in It For You?
  • The opportunity to be part of a company on the leading edge of publishing, working with a very talented team and exceptional books
  • Summer Hours from late May to early September
  • Hybrid work, flexible start/stop times
  • Paid time off days and vacation allotment, starting at three weeks (prorated based on start date)
  • Flexible benefit plans to fit your needs and pension matching
  • Working with passionate people!

About Hanover Square Press
Hanover Square Press, an imprint of Harlequin/HarperCollins, draws its name from what was once known as "Printing House Square" in Manhattan, home to the early American printers, publishers, and booksellers who thrived in the 1700s and early 1800s. Our list covers nonfiction - including biography, business, history, journalism, memoir, pop culture, psychology, science and true crime - as well as high-concept fiction - including crime, horror, literary, sci-fi/fantasy, speculative novels and works in translation. Whatever the genre, our acquisitions wish list is driven by our search for one-of-a-kind, attention-grabbing stories from authors with unique perspectives and expertise.
About HarperCollins Canada and Harlequin
Harlequin is a leading publisher of commercial fiction and narrative nonfiction. We publish more than 100 titles a month that reach audiences globally. Encompassing highly recognizable imprints that span a broad number of genres, we are home to many award-winning New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling authors. Harlequin is a division of HarperCollins Publishers, the second-largest consumer book publisher
in the world. Through HarperCollins's global publishing program, Harlequin titles are published in 17 countries and 16 languages.
The salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000. We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
Known worldwide for the quality of its list, HarperCollins Canada is the proud home of many bestselling and award-winning authors, including Esi Edugyan, Heather O'Neill, and Lawrence Hill. It is our vision to publish the best books of our generation and to work with authors over the length and breadth of their careers. Our authors are at the centre of everything we do. In addition to the Canadian publishing program, HarperCollins Canada is responsible for the sales, marketing, and publicity of HarperCollins titles from around the globe
HarperCollins Canada and Harlequin are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to equal employment opportunities. Employment decisions are based on job requirements and the skills,knowledge, and experience of the candidate, regardless of any other factors unrelated to job performance.
HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at TalentManagement@harpercollins.com. Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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