Intern - Editorial & Development
Confidential
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Part Time Unpaid Internship
Internship Start Date/Season: Flexible / Rolling
Internship Duration: 10-13 weeks (semester or quarter-based), flexible
Time/Days Required: 5-10 hours per week
Workplace Requirements: remote
DEVOUR is seeking a Development & Editorial Intern to support the review, development, and curation of original short fiction for an independent literary platform focused on horror, speculative fiction, and genre-blending work.
This internship offers hands-on editorial experience within a small, founder-led operation. The intern will work closely with DEVOUR's editor to evaluate submissions, assist with editorial workflows, and gain insight into how literary IP is developed with potential pathways to film, television, and audio adaptation.
Day-to-Day Duties & Responsibilities
• Read and evaluate short fiction submissions
• Write brief reader notes or coverage summaries
• Assist with submission tracking and organization
• Support editorial decision-making and curation
• Conduct light research related to publishing, genre trends, or adaptable IP
• Provide general administrative or development support as needed
Ideal Skills & Background
• Strong reading comprehension and written communication skills
• Interest in horror, speculative fiction, sci-fi, or genre storytelling
• Familiarity with literary journals, publishing, or screen storytelling a plus
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently
• Students or recent graduates in English, Creative Writing, Film, Media Studies, or related fields encouraged to apply
What the Intern Will Gain
• Practical experience reading and evaluating submissions
• Exposure to real-world editorial workflows and decision-making
• Mentorship and feedback from an active writer-producer and editor
• Insight into how literary work is developed with adaptation in mind
• Portfolio-building experience through editorial notes and coverage
• A clearer understanding of independent publishing and IP development
This internship is designed to be educational, flexible, and substantive, offering meaningful exposure.
Salary/Benefits
n/a
Additional Information
DEVOUR is an independent literary and creative platform dedicated to publishing bold speculative fiction, horror, and genre-blending work. Founded to champion unsettling, imaginative voices, DEVOUR curates original short fiction that explores the strange, the grotesque, and the uncanny. Through a selective editorial process, the platform supports emerging and established writers alike, emphasizing strong narrative engines, distinctive worlds, and high-concept premises.
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