Publishing Work Experience with Hachette UK

Job sector: Publishing & Journalism

Overview

Engaging, consumable content is the name of the game these days. Whether it takes the form of a fancy hardback or an accessible audiobook, the scope of opportunity in publishing is vast and extends far beyond what many people presume. Sound intriguing? Want to learn about the business of publishing from an industry leader? Hachette UK is here to help you take your first steps into the publishing world…

What’s Included

This Virtual Work Experience programme with Hachette will introduce you to some concepts around how to read the market and understand what audiences want to be published. You'll cover different forms of media and the importance of being digital for publishing houses in the modern age; looking further at how this might present career opportunities that would interest you.

Throughout this programme, you’ll also work through a series of interactive activities, that once completed, will secure your place at an exclusive Hachette webinar!

What's covered in this Virtual Work Experience

Hachette & the Business of Publishing

Discover Hachette’s story and how they oversee the journey of a book in this programme’s first main module. Learn about Hachette’s consumers in a fun activity before meeting the publishers in this module’s first pre-recorded talk.

From Acquisition to Publication

How do books actually get acquired? What is the editorial process like? How is the front cover created? We’ll answer these questions, plus more, in this module. You’ll also brush up on your proof-reading skills with an activity, and begin the reading task that you’ll need later in the programme…

Marketing, Publicity and Sales

Learn all about book launches, types of customers and spreading the word in this module on marketing, publicity and sales. Discover what a career in these areas could look like, and create your own catchy blurb to help promote a book in this next interactive activity.

Rights, Markets and Adaptations

Ever wondered how books are published internationally, or how they become hit TV shows? We’ll take you on a journey into rights, markets and e-book and audiobook adaptations in this exciting module. Explore key case studies and a quiz to test your knowledge, before moving on to the next topic…

Routes into Publishing

Learn about the Hachette traineeship and other early career options in this final module. We’ll also touch on Hachette’s partners such as Creative Access, and hear from Hachette’s own trainees in this final pre-recorded talk.

Award: Certificate of completion
Programme dates: 28 January 2025 - 31 July 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

I have a question about my application or programme eligibility

When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?

Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!

Can I apply to multiple programmes?

Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any potential clashes.

Who can take part in the programme? (Age limits, some programmes have location constraints but most don’t etc.)

Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.

However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!

I have a question about my assignment

How long does it take for assignments to be reviewed?

Assignments can take up to a week or longer to review and be marked complete. Rest assured, it will be reviewed soon and your certificate will be generated once your programme has been marked as complete.

What do I do if I upload the wrong file?

If you make a mistake when uploading a file, please email hello@springpod.com. We will be able to make a note on our system. Don’t worry, the outcome of your programme will not be affected by this.

I have a question about the programme dates, deadline or workload

How long will I have to complete this programme?

There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

When does the programme start?

Our programmes have various start dates, you can find the exact date on the programme website page. These are available here: https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search

You will be notified if your application has been successful, 3 days before the programme start date.

What happens if I can't finish the work experience in time?

All programme material will remain accessible after the end date of the programme. Students can continue to work through their programme after the official end date. Although, if possible, we would strongly encourage students to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions.

How much work is required for these programmes? (Will I be able/should I complete more than one programme at a time)?

There is around 10 hours worth of work in total, spread across a two week period. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any work whenever possible.

When do the programmes run? (programme structure etc.)

Once you have access, you can view and complete the material as and when you can, within the time frame of the course in question (for example, within a two week period). In total, there is around 10 hours worth of work. The live talks will take place during weekday working hours. However, all live talks will be available as recordings and the courses can be completed at your own convenience. . There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

I have a question about the live talks

What happens if I can't make a live talk/webinar?

All live talks will be available as recordings. You can access these at the same link used to access the live event. So don’t worry if you can’t attend a live webinar, a recording will be available for you to access through your programme within 24 hours of the live event finishing.

What software is required for the live talks?

We use a piece of software called BigMarker. It is a cloud based video hosting software. It requires no installations or downloads on your end, and will provide everything you need to join the live webinars through one simple link.

Will I be able to ask questions/do I have to have my microphone on?

You will have a chance to ask questions at the end of each webinar. These questions are typed out and then read to the presenter by the host of the live talk. There is no need to speak, and all student microphones will be muted for the duration of the live webinar.

I have a question about the certificate

Will I receive a certificate on completion of the programme?

You will receive a certificate on completion of your programme. It will be made available to download whenever your programme is marked as complete.