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Communication Canva Social Media Graphic Design Social Media Strategy Marketing Organizational Skills

Job Specifications

Marketing Intern - Book Launch Campaign

The Opportunity

Humarq Business Partners has been tasked with developing a marketing plan for the debut novel of an exciting new author. We're hiring 3 Marketing Interns to execute a comprehensive 6-month pre-launch campaign (January–June 2026). This isn't coffee-fetching or busy work. You'll be running an actual book launch campaign from the ground up, creating viral content, building community engagement, and driving pre-orders for a major commercial release. Successful candidates my be offered full-time employment at the conclusion of the internship.

What You'll Do

Develop and execute social media strategy across TikTok, Instagram, and X (Twitter)
Create engaging content including campaign posts, short-form videos, and character features
Manage social sharing contest and early access campaign
Build and grow email subscriber list
Track engagement metrics and adjust strategy based on performance
Coordinate ARC (Advance Reader Copy) distribution and review management

What We're Looking For

2 positions: Marketing/Communications focus

Strong understanding of social media platforms and trends (especially BookTok)
Experience creating engaging visual and written content
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
1K+ social media following preferred (shows platform understanding)

1 position: English/Creative Writing/Journalism focus

Exceptional writing skills for book marketing context
Understanding of YA literature market
Ability to craft compelling copy for emails, social posts, and promotional materials
Journalism or creative writing background preferred

Compensation & Benefits

This is an unpaid internship offering significant professional development opportunities:
Real campaign experience you can showcase in your portfolio
Direct mentorship from experienced marketing professional
Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
Potential for paid full-time position if campaign succeeds
Potential for credit in book acknowledgments
First access to unreleased content and behind-the-scenes materials

Time Commitment

January–June 2026 (6 months)
Flexible schedule: ~15-20 hours per week
Remote work (work from anywhere)
Team meetings via video call (schedule TBD based on intern availability)

Qualifications

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Business, English, Journalism or a related field.
Strong understanding of social media platforms and trends.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva is a plus.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to details.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Prior experience in marketing or internships in related fields is a plus but not required.

Benefits

Gain valuable experience and insight into the marketing processes of a book launch.
Work remotely with a flexible schedule.
Mentorship opportunities with experienced marketing professionals.
Opportunity to contribute creatively to meaningful projects.
Potential for career growth and full-time opportunities based on performance.

If you are enthusiastic about marketing and/or creative writing and eager to contribute to a dynamic book launch campaign, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and help bring this exciting project to life!

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