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Publishing Intern

Summit Ministries
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Summit Ministries is seeking a Publishing & Content Intern who is passionate about books, editing, and helping meaningful ideas reach the people who need them. This internship offers real-world experience in Christian publishing, educational curriculum development, editorial work, and content production. The intern will run the Summit Ministries bookstore, help develop resources for students, parents, and educators, and support ongoing curriculum and publishing projects. Must be a strong communicator who can work collaboratively and independently and takes satisfaction in seeing projects through to completion. They should be eager to learn, willing to support a variety of projects, and comfortable taking initiative within established goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

  • Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintaining a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Summit. 
  • Advance Summit’s mission; confirm Summit’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Convictions, and to historic, orthodox Christian teaching regarding behavior, speech, conduct, and lifestyle; uphold Summit in prayer.

Bookstore

  • Support the operation of Summit’s Colorado bookstore, including product organization, customer service, and bookstore management responsibilities.

Desk work: writing, editing, and content

  • Assist with proofreading, editing, and implementing revisions to curriculum, books, articles, and other publishing projects, including reviewing content, checking accuracy and consistency, and preparing materials for publication.
  • Research, write, and develop content that supports Summit’s mission, including an article for Summit’s Reflect series.
  • Contribute to the development of resources that help parents better understand and connect with their teenagers, bringing a young adult’s perspective to the project.
  • Support ongoing curriculum development projects.

Team Support

  • Take ownership of assigned projects, managing details, tracking progress, and following through to completion, while collaborating and communicating regularly with Publishing & Content staff to meet deadlines and accomplish team goals.
  • Assist with managing Summit’s online curriculum portal and the Publishing & Content shared drive, ensuring content and resources are organized, accurate, and accessible.
  • Assist with customer care communications, responding to inquiries and helping resolve questions related to Summit’s publishing products and resources.

FUNCTIONAL JOB COMPETENCIES

  • Committed to the mission and vision of Summit Ministries.
  • Strong servant leadership skills that are in line with the values of Summit Ministries.

Skills and Character:

  • Writing and Editing: Strong command of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure, with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, high-quality work. Evaluates written content thoughtfully, spots errors and inconsistencies, and contributes constructive suggestions.
  • Dependability and Organization: Takes responsibility for assigned tasks, enjoys completing projects and seeing tangible results, manages and prioritizes multiple assignments, meets deadlines, and keeps workflows organized.
  • Initiative and Adaptability: Comfortable working independently, taking initiative, and asking thoughtful questions when needed. Identifies improvements, solves problems, and stays flexible and willing to assist with a variety of tasks as team priorities evolve. Welcomes feedback and learns new skills through hands-on experience.
  • Teamwork and Communication: Collaborates willingly, supports team needs, and communicates clearly and professionally with staff, customers, and other stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to building positive working relationships.
  • Technical Skills and Mission Fit: Comfortable learning and using digital tools, including Microsoft Office, shared file management systems, and new publishing platforms. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, an active prayer life, and active involvement in a local church.
  • Understands, embraces, and can clearly articulate a biblical worldview.
  • Adaptable to Summit’s culture.
  • Must be at least 18 years old by the start of the internship.

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a college or university preferred.
  • Preference will be given to students or graduates studying English, Writing, Communications, Journalism, Publishing, or a related field.

Experience:

  • Previous writing, editing, publishing, or content development experience is beneficial but not required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Retail, warehouse, and office environment.
  • Frequent on-site work at Summit Headquarters in Manitou Springs, with some remote work available  
  • Up to 40 hours per week during the internship period  
  • May require occasional evening or weekend hours for running the bookstore.
  • Regularly lifting boxes up to 40lbs.