Spring 2027 WMG Emerging Talent Associate Program (Warner Records)

Warner Music Group•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$17 - $18•Hybrid

About The Position

Warner Music Group is hiring Emerging Talent Associates for its paid, semester-long Emerging Talent Associate Program in Spring 2027. The program matches participants with departments based on their interests and position qualifications. Associates are immersed in their assigned department’s day-to-day activities, participate in strategic meetings, help address business issues, and contribute ideas to WMG’s global success. Participants also have access to Professional Development Workshops, Industry Insights, and the Emerging Talent Associate Capstone Project. The program offers three possible date ranges: January 19–March 26, 2027; January 25–April 2, 2027; 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. Placements are subject to change. Placements identified as hybrid require onsite work for the majority of the work week. Business & Legal Affairs is reserved for individuals pursuing a law degree, and creative placements require a portfolio for consideration. Available placement areas include A&R; A&R Research & Analytics; Brand Partnerships; Commerce (Streaming & Revenue); Creative; Digital Marketing; International Marketing; Marketing & Digital Strategy; Marketing Operations & Strategy; Marketing (Urban); Publicity; and Viral Marketing. Placements are listed in Los Angeles, California, with A&R Research & Analytics also available in New York, New York. The role requires participants to be at least 18 by January 19, 2027, located and legally authorized to work in the United States for the program’s duration, and able to arrange their own housing and transportation in the designated city.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age by January 19, 2027.
Be located and legally authorized to work within the United States for the duration of the program.
Arrange own housing and transportation within the designated city.
Have a self-starter attitude and genuine curiosity about the business.
Commit to working 20–25 hours per week.
Individuals placed in Business & Legal Affairs must be actively pursuing a law degree.
Applicants for creative placements must submit a creative portfolio for consideration.

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.
Participate in Professional Development Workshops, Industry Insights, and the Emerging Talent Associate Capstone Project.