This internship is remote and open to anyone in the American South and the Caribbean, or to those with strong ties to the regions. Applicants must be above the age of 18. Candidates from groups that are historically underrepresented in the arts are highly encouraged to apply – if you think you should, apply!

Burnaway seeks an Editorial Intern for hands-on experience and extensive learning related to our editorial operations. As a growing non-profit arts organization, Burnaway invites interns to collaborate and learn the skills and nuances of the field alongside our staff in a professional digital publishing environment.

Interns will work six hours a week during working hours (9AM-5PM EST Monday-Thursday). Internship duration is January 12 to late May/early June.

Interns will receive $15 per hour paid once monthly. We accept applications from those interning for college credit if noted in your application, and it is the intern’s responsibility to communicate academic requirements to Burnaway staff. Internships for credit are not paid.

Application deadline is Wednesday, November 19, 2025 by 11:59PM EST.

TASKS AND DUTIES

Administrative

• Maintaining a robust editorial calendar
• Managing publication schedule
• Updating contributor records
• Tracking the status of ongoing projects
• Requesting images
• Support roll-out tasks related to the publication and release of the annual print reader

General Editorial

• Use WordPress to build pages for completed pieces for publication
• Compile events and opportunities for monthly Calls for Artists
• Draft and edit BA Daily posts including recurring content such as the Close Look and Calls for Artists
• Conduct relevant research about artists and writers in the coverage area

Other tasks and duties may arise during internship duration.

QUALIFICATIONS

A successful Editorial Intern should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, must be able to work simultaneously on short- and long-term projects, should be responsive to feedback, and be very organized. This individual should be a self-starter who isn’t afraid to ask questions to keep projects moving forward.

Qualifications include:

• A nuanced understanding (or pursuit of such) of relationships between individuals and institutions related to contemporary art in Atlanta, the South, the Caribbean, nationally, and beyond
• Critical but collaborative sensibility; must be able to maintain healthy, sustainable, respectful professional relationships, especially with Burnaway’s staff and community
• Having an interest in publishing, art, art criticism, writing, or related topics

Questions? Email [email protected].

Burnaway is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Burnaway are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, gender identity, religion, age, ability, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the United States.