Intern, Communications

The GRAMMY Museum • Santa Monica, CA

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About The Position

The Recording Academy’s Communications Department is seeking a student intern for a fast-paced, dynamic environment where multitasking, professionalism, and a desire to learn are essential. The internship lasts one semester (12 weeks or equivalent), with the spring program scheduled for January 11, 2027 through April 16, 2027. The application deadline for students is November 20, 2026. The position pays county or state minimum wage rates, based on work location, and requires 20–24 hours per week.

The intern will gain experience in communications within the music industry, particularly public relations, media relations, and events. Responsibilities include preparing and editing communications materials, developing story ideas, pitching media, supporting on-site events, coordinating production materials, conducting research, and tracking press coverage.

The Recording Academy represents music professionals and supports the recording arts through professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education, and human services programs. Its affiliates include the Latin Recording Academy, Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation, MusiCares, and the Grammy Museum.

Requirements

• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program pursuing a degree with a major in Communications, Journalism, and/or Public Relations.
• Provide a letter from the school stating that the intern will receive college credit for the Recording Academy internship.
• Be a junior, senior, or graduate student.
• Possess strong verbal, written, and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Proficiency in multiple computer applications, including Microsoft Office programs.
• Honesty, trustworthiness, and ability to maintain confidential material and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Draft press materials in accordance with brand guidelines and provide copy-editing services as needed.
• Develop interesting story angles and fresh content ideas.
• Pitch genre-specific media and provide writers with needed assets.
• Work on-site at events, including press conferences, red carpet events, and media rooms.
• Coordinate event production paperwork and project trackers.
• Conduct market research.
• Generate media lists tailored to specific projects.
• Track press coverage and create media reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern