Universal Music Group 2026 Summer Internship Program: Brand & Label Opportunities: Creative (Onsite: NY))

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
 

Program Eligibility: 

• Currently enrolled at an accredited two or four-year college/university in the United States, pursuing an undergraduate, graduate and/or law degree   

• Graduating between Spring 2026 - Fall 2028  

• Have access to housing and transportation within the designated city (We do not offer housing or transportation accommodations) 

• Legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship for employment visa status, now or in the future (e.g., H1-B, OPT, etc.) 

• Commit to 20 - 40 hours per week (based on individual business area)  

Note: There are multiple job descriptions listed below. Please read carefully.

2026 Summer Internship Program Dates: June 8 - August 14, 2026 

A&R (Onsite: NY):

How You’ll CREATE: 

• Scout and identify potential new talent through various sources (social media, industry networks, playlists, blogs. etc.) 

• A&R research, data review and analysis 

• Provide administrative support: organizing and scheduling meetings, listening sessions, studio sessions, artist showcases, sharing show calendars, travel coordination, Grammy submissions work 

• Conduct research on industry trends, emerging artists and market data 

• Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing, publicity and creative services to coordinate artist releases and promotional activities 

• Attend A&R meetings: take notes and follow up on action items 

• Assist in the organization and maintenance of artist files, contracts and other important documents  

• Prepare artist one-sheets and brief artist presentations 

• Attend shows/concerts as needed 

• Assist with lyric transcription for song deliveries 

• Listen and review beat packs, song pitches and demos 

• Identify trends in fan markets 

• Stay ahead of industry trends by exploring innovative genres, artists, and visual/audio technologies 

• Review daily research reports 

• Pitch creative ideas for artists on roster 

Ideal candidates will have: 

• Have a strong interest in music research 

• Experience looking for unsigned acts and identifying rising artists  

• Skilled in social media platforms and DSPs 

• Knowledge of the current music landscape and market  

• Basic understanding of music data/analytics 

Creative Strategy (Onsite: NY) 

How You’ll CREATE: 

• Support creative strategy development through research, insights and trend analysis across digital platforms. ​

• Contribute ideas and assist in brainstorming sessions for campaigns, social content and brand initiatives—especially for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. 

• Help build creative decks, briefs and presentations that integrate digital storytelling and platform best practices. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and optimize content strategies that drive engagement and visibility across emerging digital channels. 

Ideal candidates will have: 

• Proficiency with creative and design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) or Canva. 

• Strong command of social media platforms and analytics tools — including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, X (Twitter), and Meta Business Suite. 

• Experience with presentation and collaboration tools like Google Workspace, Keynote, and PowerPoint

Digital (Onsite: NY) 

How You’ll CREATE: 

The intern will be immediately integrated into daily operations, f