HarperCollins virtual work experience - August 2025

Closing: 12:55am, 22nd Jul 2025 BST

Join us for our first virtual work experience program on the 11th and 12th August 2025.

HarperCollins UK is pleased to announce its first virtual work experience program scheduled for the 11th and 12th of August. This 2 day program offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals interested in exploring the various functions within our leading publishing house.

Whether you have recently finished education, are a career changer, or are simply eager to learn more about a career in publishing, our work experience program is the perfect opportunity to dive into the industry.

During this two-day program (9.30am - 4pm), participants will engage in 1 hour sessions with different departments, including Design, Marketing, Editorial, and Publicity, which will provide an overview of the day-to-day responsibilities. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions to the relevant teams, allowing for direct interaction with our departments.

This is an interactive and engaging event designed to give you an inside look at the publishing world, answer your questions, and inspire the next steps in your career.

Requirements:

• Access to a computer or laptop with a reliable internet connection
• A distraction free, quiet and comfortable working environment suitable for remote participation
• A genuine interest in publishing and the various roles within the industry

At HarperCollins, we are always looking for new ideas and to hear from diverse voices, just like those featured in the books we publish. We encourage individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds or ethnic minority communities to express their interest.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Over 18
• Pre-existing right to work in the UK
• You don’t need a degree
• No prior experience working in the Publishing Industry

Due to limited availability, participants will be selected based on their interests, availability and eligibility. If you are not selected this time, we encourage candidates to apply for future programs or permanent roles within HarperCollins UK.

To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application questions. This is an excellent opportunity to gain insight into the publishing sector and learn from a variety of teams at HarperCollins UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.

Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.