Editorial Trainee

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

About the Role:

We are looking to expand our editorial team for our trade publication, messtec drives Automation. This position is open to college graduates with some initial experience in the media, as well as young editors who have just completed their editorial internships. You’ll work as part of a well-coordinated team that also oversees the publications inspect and PhotonicsViews. 

Your Responsibilities 

• You’ll learn to edit technical articles, and you’ll research and write your own pieces. 
• You’ll solicit technical articles and coordinate topics with companies and authors. 
• You’ll conduct interviews with industry experts, including on camera. 
• You’ll attend trade shows and press conferences—including international ones—and report on them. 
• You’ll contribute to print and digital editions, the website, newsletters, videos, and social media. 
• You’ll take on your own topics and issues for messtec drives Automation early on, with the support of an experienced team.
   

What You Bring to the Table 

• A college degree, ideally in a technical, scientific, or journalism-related field, or a completed journalism internship 
• Initial experience in editorial work, communications, or media, such as through internships, part-time student jobs, or freelance work 
• An interest in technology 
• Proficiency in German and good English skills 
• Curiosity, attention to detail, and a passion for working with people 
  

What we offer
 

• Thorough training in research, editing, and conducting interviews 
• Ample opportunity for your personal and professional growth 
• The opportunity to actively help shape formats and topics 
• Direct contact with companies and experts in the automation industry 
• A supportive team that will back you up and gradually entrust you with more responsibility 
• A 37-hour workweek 
• Two days of remote work per week 
• Comprehensive benefits, including a company pension plan and a job ticket or travel allowance 
• A cafeteria; coffee and water are free of charge

We power infinite possibilities.

For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing—creating impact that reaches everywhere. 

 

We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives. 

Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything. 

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom, Canada and USA based roles.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.

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