Careers at Shhalaj

Join us in preserving knowledge, empowering authors, and creating books that inspire generations.

Why Work With Us?

At Shhalaj, we believe books have the power to educate, inspire, and transform lives. Whether we are helping an author publish a book, creating educational resources, or preserving timeless wisdom, our work is guided by a commitment to learning, service, and excellence.

Opportunities at Shhalaj

Book Designer

Design professional book interiors and covers for authors and publishers.

Editor & Proofreader

Review manuscripts and help authors present their best work.

Children's Book Illustrator

Create engaging illustrations for educational and story books.

Digital Marketing Executive

Promote books, authors, and educational initiatives.

Publishing Consultant

Guide authors through the publishing process and help bring ideas to life.

Internship Opportunities

Gain practical experience in publishing, content creation, design, and marketing.

Internship Opportunities

Read. Research. Write. Learn. Publish.

Begin Your Journey in Publishing

At Shhalaj Publishing House, we believe that publishing is more than producing books. It is about discovering ideas, working with words, developing knowledge and helping stories reach readers.

We welcome applications from students and recent graduates who are interested in gaining practical exposure to the world of publishing.

Particularly welcome from

  • English / English Literature
  • Journalism
  • Mass Communication
  • Media Studies
  • Communications
  • Related Humanities and Liberal Arts disciplines

Students from related disciplines with a strong interest in writing, reading, research, publishing or communication are also encouraged to apply.

What You May Learn

Actual assignments depend on each intern's interests, abilities and the projects we are working on at the time.

Editorial & Publishing

  • Manuscript reading and evaluation
  • Copy-editing and proofreading
  • Fact-checking and research
  • Developing book and content ideas
  • Editorial research
  • Understanding the book publishing process
  • Exposure to working with authors and contributors

Writing & Content

  • Article and feature writing
  • Book-related content
  • Interviews and profiles
  • Website and digital content
  • Social media content
  • Research-based storytelling

Journalism & Media

  • Research and information gathering
  • Interview preparation
  • Editorial planning
  • Content development
  • Digital publishing
  • Understanding how publishing and media intersect

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for curious, responsible and enthusiastic learners who:

  • Have a strong command of written English
  • Enjoy reading, writing and research
  • Pay attention to detail
  • Are willing to learn and accept editorial feedback
  • Can work responsibly with deadlines
  • Have an interest in books, ideas, knowledge or communication

Prior professional experience is not essential. Students with strong writing samples, college publications, articles, projects or other relevant work are encouraged to apply.

Practical Exposure

An internship at Shhalaj is intended to provide practical exposure rather than merely observation.

Depending on the project and the intern's area of interest, interns may have the opportunity to contribute to live publishing and content projects under guidance and gain an understanding of how professional editorial and publishing work is carried out.

  • Exposure to real publishing workflows
  • Guidance and editorial feedback
  • Opportunities to develop writing and research skills
  • Understanding of the publishing process
  • Experience that can contribute to a student's portfolio
  • Internship certificate upon successful completion
Internship areas
Editorial • Writing • Publishing • Journalism • Media • Research • Digital Content
Suitable for
Students and recent graduates
Experience
Prior professional experience not essential
Work mode
Flexible, discussed at the time of application and depending on the project
Duration
Communicated separately, depending on the project and the intern's availability

Interested in Learning with Us?

Tell us a little about yourself, what you are studying, what you enjoy writing or researching, and what you would like to learn from a publishing house.

Please include:

  • Name, email and phone
  • Current course / qualification and college / university
  • Area of interest and preferred internship duration
  • Your CV / resume
  • 1–3 writing samples or portfolio, if available
  • A short answer: “Why would you like to intern with Shhalaj?”

Apply for Internship

This opens an email to support@shhalaj.com with these details ready to fill in. Attach your CV and writing samples before sending.

Freelance & Project-Based Opportunities

We regularly collaborate with talented professionals on a freelance basis. We welcome applications from:

Even if no suitable opening is listed, we encourage you to share your profile.

Submit Your Profile

We are always interested in connecting with talented individuals who share our passion for books, publishing, education, and lifelong learning.

To apply for a position or express interest in future opportunities, please email your résumé/CV along with a brief introduction to:

support@shhalaj.com

If applicable, please include links to your portfolio, website, LinkedIn profile, or samples of your work.

Don't See a Suitable Position?

We are always interested in meeting talented individuals who share our passion for books, learning, publishing, and education.

Submit your profile and we will keep it on file for future opportunities.

Contact

For career-related enquiries, please contact:

Email Us: support@shhalaj.com