Testimonials:
"From my first
lunch with Doris and Delia, at a charming Italian restaurant
near Columbus Circle, I knew my internship at DSM would be
unlike any I’d ever had. I was blown away by the amount
of attention and guidance I received in just one summer of
working there. During my time at DSM, I sat in on meetings
with potential clients and international agents, reviewed
much of the incoming material, and offered critiques on a
number of manuscripts under consideration. I was always encouraged
to voice my thoughts and opinions and truly felt like a valued
addition to the agency. I would recommend this internship
to anyone who is interested and excited about the inner workings
of the publishing world, especially those with a desire to
learn—there’s no question too big or too small
for Doris and Delia." -- Georgia Mierswa
“When I first
started my internship at DSM I was so excited. I had always
been interested in publishing and my internship at DSM only
sparked that interest further. With the help of Delia and
Doris, I was able to experience one of the many different
sides of publishing. I was always encouraged to share my opinions
and was included in all of the inner workings of the office.
During my time at DSM I was able to witness firsthand the
relationship between author and agent, which gave me a whole
new respect for the literary process. My internship at DSM
has really helped me to progress in my publishing career.
The experience I gained at DSM has been an invaluable tool;
one that I am sure will stick with me for years to come.”
-- Maranda L. Ward
"My internship
with DSM was an amazing academic opportunity, but also an
incredible experience. I was exposed to the multifaceted publishing
world in a friendly, supportive, and fun working environment.
Due to the intimate size and the agency's focus on establishing
personal relationships in business, it provided an ideal introduction
to the literary world. I was encouraged to participate actively,
express my own opinions, and ask many questions. DSM was focused
on making it a positive learning experience for me and it
truly was. Through interning at DSM Agency I was welcomed
into a truly special world." -- Jamie Spitzer
"At first I
did not know what to expect from my three months internship
at the agency. So I was very curious at my first day. But
there was nothing to worry about. Just from the beginning
Delia and Doris were very kind and helpful. There was a great
atmosphere in the office, I really had the feeling that they
cared about my opinion and tried to involve me as much as
possible. Thanks to the variety of tasks, the job never got
boring and I got access to a lot of different things. Not
only did I learn how to care for books but also how to do
office work. But what I am most thankful for is that they
helped me so much to improve my English. They gave me the
opportunity to come from Switzerland to New York without knowing
how well my English was or how I would deal with all the requirements.
I was very happy when I realized that the work at the agency
was perfect to exercise my English, I had to read, write and
speak. The job at the agency taught me a lot of different
things and I will always remember this great time. "
-- Sophia Lammer
“When I first began my summer internship at the Doris S. Michaels Literary Agency, I was unsure of what to expect. I had just completed my junior
year of college and had little experience in publishing. I was looking for an opportunity where I could both contribute and learn as much as possible about the industry without feeling
inadequate. Within my first week at the agency, any apprehensions I had disappeared. Doris, Faye, and Rebecca maintain a professional yet welcoming environment. I felt free to ask questions
and offer my own opinions, as I was always treated with respect. I saw first-hand how the role of the literary agent works within the publishing process. They trusted me to read and evaluate
manuscripts, send materials to sub-agents and authors, and sit in on important meetings. Thanks to the Doris S. Michaels Literary Agency, I am much more experienced and I have definitely sharpened my focus
on my career goals. Though I have one more year of school to complete, I feel privileged knowing that I have a special connection to the publishing industry through Doris, Faye, and Rebecca." --
Gina Damiano
"My
two semesters interning at the agency gave me a valuable and
enjoyable experience on which I often reflect. As an intern
I always felt respected and heard, which as the former Assistant
Director of the Tisch Film and Television Internship Office,
I can tell you is extremely unusual and special. I am
currently doing my MFA work in dramaturgy (SUNY Stony Brook)
on a full scholarship. I have used my experience at the agency
to understand the literary management aspect of dramaturgy.
The critical skills I formed reviewing manuscripts are now helping
me examine and develop scripts. This fall I acted as dramaturg
on Prelude to a Kiss and Medea Material and have
recently been asked to direct Dork, an original piece
by Elizabeth Borjza, premiering in December 2001 at The Spot.
On the side, I work as a copywriter. My internship at
the Doris Michaels Literary Agency has served as a helpful stepping
stone and remains a personal inspiration as a woman both in
academia and the work place.” -- Joan Hawley
“My internship at the Doris S. Michaels Literary Agency has given me the scope for the kind
of career path that I would like to pursue. Even before finishing college where I studied literature, I knew that I wanted to be involved in the magazine and book publishing business. Through my
internship I realized an extraordinary aspect of working in a literary agency. A literary agent is the initial person that has direct contact with the author throughout the process of the construction
and development of a story, and thus not only is she/he is acting as a sales representative but also as an editor. This internship made me see both sides of an author/publisher
relationship. The interest and trust that Doris, Rebecca, and Faye have shown towards me and my work, have helped me gain knowledge in many different characteristics of the industry leading me to
my first job. Right now I am working as an assistant in a literary agency.” -- Leyla Kayhan “The internship that I have completed at the Doris S. Michaels Literary Agency, Inc. was
extremely interesting. First, as a French person, it gave me the opportunity to work in a friendly American environment. I have learned the basics of an agent's work, which was very important to me
because my dream was to become an agent someday in my country. Doris was kind enough to take some time to give me tips and advice on how to create and run a literary agency. I also have learned a state of
mind: work, imagine, create, think bigger, and success as a team and as women is possible. Doris, Faye and Rebecca, each gave me something: self-confidence, creativity in my work, and professionalism. Today,
I am back in Paris. I have started my agency and I can say that the Doris S. Michaels Agency has been a real source of inspiration to me. And sometimes, when something gets a little confusing in my work, I
must say that I often ask myself: What would Doris do in this situation?” -- Chloé Ataroff
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