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SBPA INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
SBPA INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Though book publishing is nowadays seen as an old trade, young talent is always needed to develop the industry with fresh new perspectives. With this in mind, the SBPA’s summer internship programme was launched in 2015, aimed at recruiting and training student interns for our member companies.
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Through this comprehensive programme, interns are given a wide exposure to the industry, with opportunities to network among peers and learn about technical areas from the most qualified professionals.
The President of the SBPA, Peter Schoppert, gave an opening talk and an insightful overview about the entire Publishing Industry.
Introductory session on children’s books and how to target audience with effective marketing decisions.
2019 Interns visited Keppel Logistics to learn about book distribution
Our 2019 Interns visiting the Times Waterway Point store to learn about the various aspects of book retail
2019 Interns visited Markono Print Media to learn about book production and new automated technology
Visited BooksActually, one of the established independent bookstores in Singapore
NAC and the Library Association of Singapore spoke about career opportunities in the Literary Arts and Library sectors.
Our 2019 Interns toured the National Gallery’s exhibition Tour of Awakenings: Art in Society in Asia (1960-1990s)
Details of the 2020 SBPA Internship Programme will be released soon. To take part, please contact the Secretariat at info@singaporebookpublishers.sg
