
Open Positions
Join the Literary Arts team. Find a list of open positions and internship opportunities.
FULL-TIME POSITIONS
Deputy Director
Literary Arts is looking for an exceptional leader to serve as Deputy Director to help ensure that strategy becomes action and that every part of the organization moves in concert. The Deputy Director, as a key member of the core Leadership team, reports to the Executive Director (ED) and manages the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Managers running Literary Arts’ cafe and bookstore, and the Audience Services & Office Administration Coordinator. Visit this page for more information on the application process.
PART-TIME POSITIONS
There are no part-time positions open at this time.
If you have applied to a previously posted position, the hiring process is likely ongoing. All applicants will be notified by email of the status of the application.
CONTRACT POSITIONS
Writing Class Instructors: Literary Arts is happy to hear from experienced teachers interested in offering multi-week or one-day writing classes for adults at our downtown literary center. Visit this page for more information about teaching for us.
Readers Seminar Guides: Literary Arts welcomes seminar proposals to facilitate in our Readers Seminars program. We seek experienced group facilitators/teachers eager to lead discussion-based seminars on compelling literary texts and topics. Visit this page for more information on applying to be a seminar guide.
INTERNSHIPS
Archival and Data Management Intern
Literary Arts seeks an Archival and Data Management Intern to assist the Public Programs department’s archival and data management primarily for our radio show and podcast, The Archive Project, with additional assistance to other programs within the Public Programs department. This position will report to and work closely with the Public Programs Coordinator to refine our data management and storage processes. Visit this page for more information on the application process.
Oregon Book Awards & Fellowships Intern
Literary Arts seeks an Oregon Book Awards & Fellowships Intern to assist with administrative tasks in support of the 2027 Oregon Book Awards & Fellowships. This 10-week position will report to and work closely with the Programs for Writers Associate Manager to process applications and assist with other administrative tasks as needed. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Visit this page for more information on the application process.
If you have applied to a previously posted internship, the hiring process is likely ongoing. All applicants will be notified by email of the status of the application.
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