Volunteers & Internships

Our Read in 2 Languages project is an innovative online platform dedicated to enhancing multilingualism and biliteracy by providing accessible multilingual books, especially to underserved schools and communities. We are seeking motivated individuals with a knack for digital platforms and an interest in language education to assist with various tasks. These tasks include uploading textual, activity, and audio files to our platform, conducting quality assurance tests to ensure user-friendly experiences, and integrating interactive tools like FlipGrid to create engaging language activities. Ideal candidates are tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and passionate about making educational resources accessible to all. This opportunity is open to those who can contribute remotely or from our offices in New York or Paris, aligning with CALEC’s mission to foster global multilingual literacy and community engagement.

CALEC is seeking volunteers/interns for our eBook Management program, working with renowned platforms like CoreSource and Cantook. This role offers practical experience in the digital publishing landscape, focusing on eBook distribution, metadata, and digital rights management. Ideal for tech-savvy individuals with a keen interest in publishing, this position is an excellent opportunity to learn about the digital journey of books from creation to consumer. We welcome applicants who can work from our New York or Paris offices, or remotely, to contribute to our mission of promoting literacy and multilingualism.

Join CALEC as a volunteer/intern in Library Relations and Title Management, where you will leverage platforms like Edelweiss+ and direct mailing to enhance the connection between publishers and libraries. This role is crucial for those interested in the book industry, offering insights into title management, book listings, and strategies to strengthen publisher-library relationships. Candidates should possess excellent organizational skills and a passion for literature. This position is available for those who can work in-person at our New York or Paris locations, or remotely, providing flexibility to accommodate your schedule while contributing to our goals of advancing languages, education, and communities.

CALEC is seeking talented individuals to provide administrative support to our non-profit organization’s development, in partnership with the CEO and Board. Responsibilities: researching grants, locate viable foundations, identify key contact personnel, application formats, eligibility requirements, and specific giving priorities. Develop grant proposals for specific projects, customize problem statements, budgets, and layouts. Requirements: creative and critical thinker possess strong verbal and written skills, highly organized, detail-oriented, capable of tackling multiple grant proposals at a time. Candidates should work well independently, but also thrive as a member of a team. Good interpersonal skills, professionalism and integrity for interacting with potential donors, board members and volunteers.

CALEC is seeking talented individuals to provide editorial support for its publishing arm, TBR Books. Selected candidates will be required to copyedit, proof, and research materials to ensure accuracy and adherence to style guides, as well as typeset and publish manuscripts. Responsibilities: Copyedit and proofread manuscripts, indices, jacket/cover copy, and other materials. Prepare both paper and electronic manuscripts for design and typesetting. Collate author and proofreader corrections, and check all stages of proofs. Assist CALEC in evaluating manuscripts and preparing permissions logs. Help to maintain and update various online databases. Provide general administrative support Requirements: Excellent copyediting and proofreading skillsStrong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Detail-oriented; organized; Familiarity with track changes and electronic copyediting in MS Word; experience with Adobe Acrobat

CALEC is seeking talented individuals to provide content support for its three multilingual websites (calec.org, tbr-books.org, and newyorkinfrench.net). Selected candidates will be required to maintain our websites. Responsibilities: Create, edit and curate relevant content for our websites. Manage and update multilingual pages, and add products and information as needed. Other tasks include: Coordinating translations, Measuring the performance of content and generating reports. Requirements: some experience with WordPress and Ning. Editorial and/or social media experience. Video/photo editing experience a plus. Excellent content curation and writing skills. An organized and quick learner.

CALEC is seeking talented individuals to provide translation support for its publishing arm, TBR Books. Selected candidates will be required to translate content, articles, book chapters from English. Languages accepted: French, Arabic, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, German. Other languages based on needs. Responsibilities: Translate and proofread manuscripts, indices, jacket/cover copy, and other materials prepared both paper and electronic manuscripts for design and typesetting. Help maintain and update various online databases in the target language Provide general administrative support in the target language Requirements: Excellent translating skillsStrong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation details-oriented; organized; Familiarity with track changes and electronic copyediting in MS Word; experience with Adobe Acrobat

CALEC is seeking talented individuals to provide graphic design for its books. Selected candidates will be required to create covers, book layouts, and marketing material. Responsibilities: Concept, create and deliver design solutions for our books in print. Prepare rough drafts and present ideas. Amend designs after feedback. Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and ready for final production Requirements: Strong graphic design skills. Excellent skills with computers and design software (such as inDesign,  Illustrator, Photoshop, or others). Working knowledge of publishing industry trends. A functional vocabulary for design tools and typefaces.

CALEC is seeking talented individuals to provide marketing support for its publishing arm, TBR Books. Selected candidates will be required to produce marketing plans for new publications, research markets for our new books, develop mailing lists, solicit bookstores and libraries. Responsibilities may include: Develop book marketing strategies for authors. Support, publicize, and facilitate book projects, and book talk events. Oversee development of print and electronic marketing materials’ including mailings. Oversee website content for program accounts. Track and analyze effectiveness of marketing strategies. Requirements: Excellent marketing skills •Strong knowledge of English. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and work independently. Creative marketing instinct.