How to Find a Publishing Job in Boston

Beantown was once a major publishing town; however, while most of the big publishers are now located in Manhattan, there continue to be publishing opportunities in this charming city. If you're interested in getting into the field, here are some tips to help you get in the door.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Network like crazy. The more people you know, the easier it will be to get your foot in the door. Join a publishing community like Bookbuilders of Boston, which holds workshops and events where you can meet people from all facets of the industry.

2. Beef up your resume with an internship. Lots of companies offer internships that are paid, which can be helpful if you're not working otherwise. Oftentimes internships turn into full-time opportunities.

3. Check online sites such as MediaBistro and the Book Builders of Boston job pages in order to see the fresh jobs that are available. These can often be launching points for learning about different companies and seeing what they have to offer.

4. Consider taking a job that isn't necessarily what you're interested in. Once you get in the door, you can see whether you're a good fit or not for this company and it will be easier to move around within the company, as well.