Position Title: Undergraduate Intern
Department: The Antigonish Review
Position Type: Student/Casual; October 1, 2026-June 1, 2027
Hourly Rate: $20/hr for 3 hours/week
Posting Date: September 15, 2026
Closing Date: September 25 , 2026
Position Overview
The Antigonish Review, a premier Canadian literary journal housed at St. Francis Xavier University, is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated undergraduate student intern to join our editorial team. Published by St. Francis Xavier University, The Antigonish Review features outstanding poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction by emerging and established writers. This part-time internship offers an opportunity for an undergraduate student to gain hands-on experience in literary publishing, editorial work, digital communications, and arts administration while contributing to the ongoing work of a nationally recognized literary journal.
Position Responsibilities
Working under the supervision of the Managing Editor, Dr. Kailin Wright, the intern will:
- Manage and maintain The Antigonish Review’s social media accounts.
- Develop engaging social media content promoting new journal issues, contributors, events, and other journal activities.
- Assist with creating digital content that highlights the journal’s poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction.
- Work with the journal’s online submissions portal, including assisting with the organization and administration of submissions.
- Assist with the preparation and mailing of each issue of the journal.
- Support the editorial team with additional administrative and publishing-related tasks as required.
- Work collaboratively with the Managing Editor and other members of the journal team.
- Work will be done in-person at the StFX campus and remotely.
Qualifications and Skills
The ideal candidate will:
- Be an undergraduate student at St. Francis Xavier University, preferably majoring in English or a related humanities discipline.
- Have a strong interest in writing, editing, literature, and/or literary publishing.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Have a strong academic standing with a B+ (78%), or higher, grade average.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Have a strong work ethic and the ability to take initiative.
- Be able to work independently while also contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
- Have an interest in social media and digital communications.
- Be comfortable learning new online platforms, software, and excel spreadsheets.
- Previous experience with social media management, excel spreadsheets, and/or an interest in Canadian literature are assets but are not required.
What You Will Gain
This internship provides valuable practical experience in the operations of a literary journal and an opportunity to develop skills in:
- Literary publishing and editorial practices
- Social media strategy and content creation
- Digital communications
- Submissions management
- Arts administration
- Professional writing and editing
- Collaborative and independent project work
The intern will work closely with the Managing Editor and gain insight into the day-to-day operations of a literary journal, from submissions and editorial processes to the publication and promotion of new issues.
To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, click the "Quick Apply" button and upload your CV, a copy of your grade transcripts (unofficial copy is accepted), and a brief letter of interest (250 words max.) outlining their relevant experience, interests, and why they would like to work with The Antigonish Review. Please upload single combined PDF document (maximum 6 MB). Only one file can be uploaded per application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
StFX is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at [email protected] or 902-867-5038.
