The Open Book: Australian Publishing Internship aims to provide a well-rounded introduction to the Australian publishing industry, and create practical and sustainable pathways towards long-term careers for aspiring professionals. 

Over the course of the program, interns will gain in-house experience at Australian publishing organisations from across the commercial, independent, and education sectors.

Throughout the program, interns will be supported by a mentor, who will act as an external contact to guide and support them through their internship.

The 2024 Open Book program will offer three paid placements in Sydney and Melbourne.

Of the internships, one is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role.

The Open Book Internship aims to foster cultural diversity within the Australian publishing industry. 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.