Spring 2027 WMG Emerging Talent Associate Program (WMX)

Warner Music•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Warner Music Group’s Emerging Talent Associate Program is a paid, semester-long internship that gives participants hands-on experience in the music industry. Associates are matched to departments based on their interests and the qualifications for the available placements, and become involved in their assigned department’s day-to-day work. They participate in strategic meetings, help address business issues, and contribute ideas and perspectives to WMG’s global success. The program also offers Professional Development Workshops, Industry Insights, and an Emerging Talent Associate Capstone Project. The Spring 2027 program has three possible date options: January 19–March 26, January 25–April 2, or February 1–April 9, 2027. Associates work 20–25 hours per week, depending on the department. Internship credit is available for students seeking academic credit. Participants are responsible for their own housing and transportation within the designated city. Placement areas listed are Creative Services in Los Angeles, Direct to Consumer in Los Angeles, Finance in New York, and Retail & Platform Marketing in New York or Los Angeles. These placements are hybrid and require onsite work for the majority of the work week. The listed departments may change. 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 in 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.
Be responsible for arranging personal housing and transportation within the designated city.

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, along with 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 WMG’s global success.
Participate in Professional Development Workshops, Industry Insights, and the Emerging Talent Associate Capstone Project.