The DRF David Miller Internship Programme 2026
This entry-level opportunity provides a practical introduction to the idea of rights and agenting, developed in partnership with leading agencies and publishing houses.
The DRF David Miller Internship programme focuses on creating entry pathways for people from under-represented groups in the publishing rights sector. Now in its fifth year, the programme is partnering with New Writing North to find two candidates from the North of England for the 2026 programme.
The annual award has an educational brief and supports two paid internships in London over a six-week period in September-October 2026 including a visit to the Frankfurt Book Fair, the key yearly rights event.
The programme offers an entry-level introduction to rights and agenting in publishing companies and literary agencies, aiming to give candidates a full understanding of the roles of rights professionals within the wider industry. This goal is achieved through first‑hand experience and intensive training, providing participants with a significant stepping stone in their search for future employment.
Topics covered include:
- The concepts underpinning intellectual property and copyright
- How publishing licenses work
- How authors and agents work together
- The role of the publisher both domestically and in international markets
- The ways in which translation rights are sold
- The role of literary scouts
- How publishers exploit the rights they have acquired
- Insight into some translation publishing markets in a variety of countries
To apply you must:
- Be over 18 years of age
- Be based in the North of England. Applicants must be permanent residents of the North of England.
- Be willing to relocate to London for the six-week internship period
Type: 6 week entry level role
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