Find out more about the application process for the 2026 Open Book internship.
● 2026 program
● Application process
Applications are now open for the 2026 Open Book: Australian Publishing Internship and will close 5pm AEDT on Monday 23 March.
This year, Open Book will offer four internships across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
The selection of successful applicants will be based on two criteria:
A response to selection questions (Round one)
An interview (Round two)
What successful applicants won’t need:
Proof of a school leavers certificate or university degree qualification
Previous experience in the books and/or publishing industry
What successful applicants will need:
A keen interest in books and reading
An eagerness to learn and immerse themselves in all aspects of the book publishing industry
The ability to work collaboratively across a range of small to large teams
Good communication and problem-solving skills
To be 18 years or over
Availability to work in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth
Australian citizenship or Permanent Residency with working rights
Applications will be assessed by a selection committee composed of members of the Open Book Advisory Board and Host Organisations.
Open Book: Australian Publishing Internship aims to foster cultural diversity within the Australian publishing industry.
Of the internships available, one is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role.
Applications are strongly encouraged from people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. While the internship is an entry-level position, Open Book does not equate this with youth or inexperience, and there is no upper age limit for applicants.
Unfortunately, Open Book is open to Australian citizens and Permanent Residents only and is not able to accomodate applications from those on student working visas.
For any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via the Contact Form on our website.