Spring 2027 WMG Emerging Talent Associate Program (Warner Chappell Music)

Warner Music Group•Nashville, TN

4d•$17 - $18•Hybrid

About The Position

Warner Music Group’s Emerging Talent Associate Program is a paid, semester-long internship that gives participants the opportunity to apply their skills and gain hands-on experience in the music industry. Associates are matched to specific departments according to their interests and position qualifications. Associates are immersed in the day-to-day activities of their assigned department, participate in strategic meetings, help solve business issues, and contribute ideas and perspectives. The program also offers Professional Development Workshops, Industry Insights, and an Emerging Talent Associate Capstone Project. The Spring 2027 program offers three possible date ranges: January 19–March 26, January 25–April 2, or February 1–April 9, 2027. Associates work 20–25 hours per week, depending on department. Internship credit is available for students seeking academic credit. Participants are responsible for their own housing and transportation within the designated city. Placement opportunities may include A&R; Administration; Creative Services; Global Catalog; Strategy; Strategy – Data Analytics & Automation; Sync – Creative; Sync – LATAM; and Sync – Licensing. Placements are subject to change. Placements identified as hybrid require working onsite for the majority of the work week. Business & Legal Affairs placements are reserved for individuals actively pursuing a law degree, and creative placements require a portfolio.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age by January 19, 2027.
Be located and legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.
Be able to commit to a 20–25 hour work week.
Have a self-starter attitude and genuine curiosity about the business.
Business & Legal Affairs placements are reserved for individuals actively pursuing a law degree.
Creative placements require submission of a creative portfolio.

Nice To Haves

Professional goals that align with Warner Music Group’s core values and business objectives.
Knowledge of and passion for WMG’s different business units.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective problem-solving and organizational skills.
Strong passion for and knowledge of the music industry.
Leadership experience on or off campus.

Responsibilities

Participate in the day-to-day activities of the assigned department.
Participate in strategic meetings.
Help solve key business issues.
Offer ideas and perspectives to further Warner Music Group’s global success.
Complete developmental activities, including Professional Development Workshops, Industry Insights, and the Emerging Talent Associate Capstone Project.