Are you a University of Texas at Austin graduate with a passion for publishing? Here’s your chance to step into the world of book publishing with hands-on experience at one of the nation’s leading university presses! The University of Texas Press Publishing Fellowship 2025-2026 is now open for applications, offering two exceptional opportunities for aspiring professionals to gain in-depth knowledge and skills in scholarly and commercial publishing.
Why Apply? Fellowship Benefits & Training
The University of Texas Press Publishing Fellowship provides immersive, practical experience for individuals eager to build a career in publishing. Selected fellows will receive:
- Annual Stipend of $42,000 – This includes a base salary of $38,500 plus a $3,500 health insurance stipend.
- Full-time, year-long training (Sept. 1, 2025 – Aug. 31, 2026) in a dynamic publishing environment.
- Opportunity to attend major industry events, including the Association of University Presses annual meeting and one scholarly conference.
- Professional development & mentorship from seasoned experts in the field.
- Visiting scholar status at UT Austin, allowing access to campus libraries and other facilities.
- Comprehensive exposure to multiple departments, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the publishing process.
Available Fellowships & Responsibilities
1) Marketing and EDP (Editing, Design, and Production) Fellowship
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- Marketing: Gain experience with sales tools, media outreach, catalog creation, book review lists, and author marketing plans.
- Editing, Design, and Production: Work on manuscript preparation, editing, proofreading, indexing, file formatting, and project management.
2) Marketing Design Fellowship
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- Marketing: Create visual assets for social media, Amazon book pages, display ads, email campaigns, and multimedia content.
- Technical Skills Required: Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Canva) is necessary.
Both fellowships provide exposure to all departments, ensuring a holistic understanding of the publishing industry.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
The Publishing Fellowship 2025-2026 is exclusively available to University of Texas at Austin alumni (undergraduate or graduate) who meet the following criteria:
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- Must have a strong desire to pursue a publishing career.
- Must be able to commit to a 40-hour workweek in-person at UT Press.
- Must meet employment eligibility requirements as per UT Austin’s hiring policies.
- Must sign a statement of understanding before beginning the fellowship.
Apply: https://utpress.utexas.edu/fellowship/.
The last date to apply for the University of Texas Press Publishing Fellowship 2025-2026 is March 31, 2025.
- April 2025: Finalists will be invited for interviews.
- May 15, 2025: Selected 2025-2026 Fellows will be announced.
