Emerson collective

Summer Intern, Philanthropy: Bookstore & Book Access

Palo Alto, CA Full Time
Overview

Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world. 

Emerson Collective’s summer internship program places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, recent college graduates - in paid internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners XQ Institute, E Pluribus Unum, and Chicago CRED

We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.

The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.

Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.

The Opportunity

The Philanthropy team partners with visionary nonprofits working to create opportunity for individuals and communities. 

As the Bookstore & Book Access intern, youwill support work focused on nonprofit independent bookstores and the role of literary centers in building community, providing book access, and protecting free expression. Throughout the summer, you’ll help draft memos, conduct research, and participate in key meetings/calls that help advance our goal of providing meaningful support to impactful nonprofits. Candidates should have a passion for all things books as well as strong multitasking, research, writing, and communication skills.