HarperCollins Publishers is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Portfolio Operations Intern to join our Portfolio Operations Team within the IT Division, reporting directly to the Senior Director, Portfolio Operations. This internship offers hands-on experience in both project management and IT operations, providing exposure to real-world business and technology initiatives in a dynamic publishing environment.

• Support Project Delivery: Assist in planning, organizing, and tracking projects from initiation to completion.
• Facilitate Team Collaboration: Help schedule and document meetings, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and ensure timely follow-ups on action items.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to process documentation and recommend improvements to enhance team efficiency and operational effectiveness.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare project status updates, operational reports, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Tool Utilization: Learn and use project management and IT service tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Office Suite) to support daily operations.
• Problem Solving: Analyze business challenges, break down problems, and help propose actionable solutions.
• Ad Hoc Support: Take on varied assignments as needed, supporting both project and operational initiatives.
• Quality & Compliance: Support quality control processes and help ensure compliance with organizational standards.

• Candidates who are available to work in a full-time capacity in 2026 or 2027 are eligible for this internship; open to rising seniors, recent graduates, master’s students, or entry level candidates with up to two years of work experience. 
• Candidates must be available to work 28 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, from June 8 to August 13, 2026, at our New York City office. This internship is compensated at a rate of $18 per hour.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 
  A resume and cover letter are required; applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Please address your cover letter to “Hiring Team.”   
• Ideal candidates are either currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from an undergraduate or master’s program.
• A passion for books is highly valued!  
• Ideal candidates are either currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from an undergraduate or master’s program in Business, Information Technology, Operations, or a related field
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn new tools and business processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required; familiarity with Jira, Confluence, or project management methodologies is a plus.
• Interest in publishing, media, or technology industries is a bonus.

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to both project management and IT operations in a leading global publisher.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and process improvements.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in project and operations management.

HarperCollins Publishers is a company full of people who are passionate about books.  When you apply for a position, we want to know why you want to work here, and why you are interested in the job. That’s why cover letters are strongly preferred.

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. 

The deadline to apply is October 10, 2025 by 11:59 pm ET. 

HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.