Learn more about the magazine and publishing industries—volunteer at Geist! All you need is energy, enthusiasm and a commitment of up to 4 hours per week.

READING COLLECTIVE: Open for applications until September 3, 2026.

Members of the Reading Collective read submissions and help us discover the best, weirdest, Geist-iest work out there. If you're someone who loves to discover new authors and believes in the important work of literary magazines, consider applying for one of our volunteer spots.

Geist is seeking volunteers to read and comment on submissions across genres (fiction, non-fiction, poetry and comics). We’re particularly looking for readers with a strong sense of literary non-fiction who are familiar with our magazine. Members of the volunteer Reading Collective work with Geist magazine's Editor-in-Chief, receive complimentary copies of Geist, and are credited in the issues they work on.

• We ask for a minimum 6 month commitment
• Max. 4 hours per week during reading periods (3x per year). Read and comment remotely via Submittable
• Before applying, read a few issues of Geist, or dig into the archives at geist.com to get a sense of the kind of the work we publish.
• Volunteers are welcome to submit reviews for consideration for inclusion in the Endnotes section of the magazine

We encourage applications from those who self-identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, people with disabilities, and people from other intersectional and marginalized groups.

To apply, please email your CV to geist@geist.com with the subject line: Reading Collective. Tell us what genres you’d like to read for and mention a few things you’ve enjoyed reading lately.

Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. Thank you.

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VOLUNTEERS

CURRENTLY CLOSED for Applications

Volunteers help with administrative tasks, including data entry, stuffing envelopes, mailing magazines and whatever else comes up. They also help out at events and workshops, and attend for free. We’re looking for volunteers who take initiative and bring their unique insights and skills to the magazine. Volunteers are welcome to read and comment on submissions, and contribute to the Endnotes section of the magazine. Geist volunteers form an integral part of our tight-knit team and receive an introduction to different aspects of magazine publishing, including submission management, social media, digital publishing and circulation.

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INTERNS

CURRENTLY CLOSED for Applications

Geist also offers paid internships on a project-by-project basis when funds are available. Almost all of our paid interns and staff began as volunteers themselves. Volunteering is the best way to learn the ins and outs of the Geist office, and to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to become an intern.

Email your resume and cover letter to geist@geist.com to apply.