Get Involved!
We are not accepting applications for positions on Long River Review at this time. Applications will open again in the fall of 2026. We thank you for your support and continued interest!
Available Positions
Students are welcome to apply for a position on this year’s Long River Review staff. Each year the Long River Review, UConn’s award-winning journal of literature and art, seeks editors and staff for the following positions:
Translations Editor
Poetry Panelists
Fiction Panelists
Creative Nonfiction Panelists
Blog Editors
Interviews & Podcasts Team
Art & Design Team
Social Media & Web Team
Outreach and Fundraising Team
Business Team
Job Descriptions
Please review the job descriptions for our available positions here.
The Hiring Process
Student editors all register for English 3713, a practicum in literary journal editing, offered every spring. Class members read widely in contemporary literary magazines, familiarizing themselves with older and newer print and online publications. Readings are combined with research presentations, writings, and hands-on editing work. The class culminates with the public release of its major project, that year’s issue of the Long River Review.
English 3713 is by permission only. Students who wish to apply should e-mail a one-page application letter detailing class standing, past English experience, and any other writing/ editorial experience with Ellen Litman (ellen.litman@uconn.edu) by the end of October 7th. Interviews (either in person or via Webex, depending on your preference) will be arranged during the October advising period.
Please familiarize yourself with the magazine (you can find our past issues at the UConn Bookstore in Storrs Center or by visiting the Creative Writing Offices in AUST 146, 147.
