Penguin Random House Summer 2027 Internship Program

Penguin Random House runs this paid remote internship across its Adult, Children’s, and corporate divisions. Summer interns spend 10 weeks learning through work in publishing functions such as editorial, marketing, publicity, design, finance, legal, technology, and operations.

The Summer 2027 application period is scheduled for September 28 through October 2, 2026, but no roles are currently posted. Applicants apply to individual roles, then may progress through an HR interview, a supervisor interview, and an offer.

Benefits & funding

All internships are paid; the Summer 2027 pay rate has not yet been published.
The program is fully remote and may be performed anywhere in the United States.
Summer interns work 28 hours per week for 10 weeks.
Interns may earn college credit while still receiving pay for their hours.

Eligibility

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Applicants must reside in the United States throughout the internship and be eligible to work in the United States; nationality itself is not restricted.
Applicants should be ready to work full time now or within one year and may be rising seniors, college graduates, or otherwise workforce ready.
No college degree is required.

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Residence required
USA
Age requirement
≥ 18 yrs

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Application process

1
From September 28, review the Summer 2027 roles posted through the PRH internship portal.
2
Apply to each suitable role with a résumé and cover letter highlighting relevant experience and accomplishments.
3
If selected for further review, complete an HR interview by video or phone.
4
Candidates who advance complete a virtual interview with the role’s supervisor.
5
Selected candidates receive an offer letter, new-hire paperwork, and first-day details.

Program timeline

September 28, 2026
Summer 2027 applications open.
October 2, 2026
Summer 2027 application deadline.