Universal Music Group 2026 Summer… at Universal… · Hollywood

Summary: Universal Music Group is the world’s leading music company, committed to artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. They are seeking interns for their 2026 Summer Internship Program in various creative roles, providing hands-on experience in the music industry and opportunities to contribute to artist development and marketing campaigns. Responsibilities: - Listening to demos - Research - Lyric transcription - Administrative duties - Shadow A&R staff on real projects to understand the process of developing artists and building records - Contribute to the preparation of materials for internal creative meetings and artist presentations - Gain an understanding of how A&R intersects with other label functions including marketing, digital strategy and production - Participate in cross-functional projects that contribute to the success of upcoming releases - Cutdowns & video edits for short form content - Graphic design - Brainstorm content / concepts for both short form & long form pieces (social media videos or music video creative) - Suggest potential creatives for artists on our roster to collaborate with - Help on site w/ artists at shoots - BTS content / photos etc - Help run Mercury social media account - Attend and participate in department, staff and artist meetings - Develop an understanding of the role of a modern marketing/project manager within the label services model through meetings with marketing managers - Conduct high level audits on marketing plans to identify universal needs across all marketing plans - Create a marketing cheat sheet/project management tool to better inform, prepare and automate a checklist on the standard deliverable elements across all projects. Collate these deliverables into an adaptable checklist with assignments and accompanying deadlines and deliverables. Using marketing automation tools to develop content - Identify commonalities across campaigns, and pain points on deliverables - Assist in developing media plans and campaign execution - Assist in influencer marketing campaigns liaising with agencies and/or influencers/talent management - Manage internal communication between the paid media team to various stakeholders (marketing, upper management, etc.) - Manage reporting, decipher data pulls and communicate to stakeholders - Support the team with day-to-day operations and coordination across departments and external partners - Assist product managers in the execution of marketing campaigns and partnership activations for Interscope and Capitol artists - Design and update marketing materials, including pitch decks, event invites, recaps, one-sheets, timelines and other creative assets - Conduct research on sports, gaming and cultural trends to help inform strategy and identify new opportunities for artist integrations - Help organize and maintain campaign trackers, calendars and project documentation to ensure smooth execution and team alignment - Contribute creative ideas in team brainstorms and assist in preparing presentations for internal and external meetings - Provide general administrative and logistical support, including meeting preparation, asset organization and coordination of deliverables - Support the editorial team by researching, writing and publishing news coverage of UMG releases - Assist with curation, merchandising, and product setup for the uDiscover Music store - Contribute to social media and short-form video strategy for uDiscover Music and The Sound of Vinyl, with a focus on engaging and growing younger audiences - Help identify emerging trends in music, culture and e-commerce to inform content and marketing initiatives - Provide general team support across editorial, marketing and e-commerce projects as needed - Support and engage in efforts to utilize AI tools and technology to support and grow the brand's traffic, engagement and other areas Required Qualifications: - 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) - Must have a strong interest and experience 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 - Be passionate about music - Strong passion for music and interest in artist development, particularly in the Urban / Hip-Hop / R&B space - Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop for graphic design) - Experience video editing (Premiere Pro) - Creative brainstorming - ability to analyze an artist's vision & propose new creative ideas that fit into their world - Fluent in social media creative (ideation, editing, etc) - Interest in music, artists and audience development with an emphasis on digital marketing and data analysis - Familiarity with Project Management and available tools - Experience with Airtable - Data-driven individual with the ability to organize, plan and execute - Attention to detail and interest in planning strategy - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and is at ease communicating across teams and different levels within a large organization - Passion for music and developing artists across multiple genres - Working with both artists and artist management teams - A heightened interest in marketing - A love for analytical tools, research and a knack for distilling data into actionable items - Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills - Strong organizational and time management skills - Ability to handle confidential information - Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with employees of our company at all levels including Senior Management - Self-motivated, analytical, proactive, and resourceful problem solver - Excellent follow-through and attention to detail - Desire to learn about digital advertising and/or experience with digital ads/influencer marketing - Experience with Canva - Passionate for sports, gaming, music and general popular culture - Excellent writing and editing skills, with a strong interest in music journalism and storytelling - Working knowledge of content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and social media publishing tools - Familiarity with social and digital platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube) and awareness of trends in music and pop culture - Basic understanding of e-commerce or digital marketing principles (experience with Shopify or similar platforms is a plus) - Strong attention to detail - Strong organizational skills and efficiency - Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines in fast-paced, high-pressure environments - High level of integrity - Discretion in handling confidential information - Professionalism in dealing with senior professionals inside and outside the company - A 'can-do' attitude - Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Self-starter - Excellent communication skills - Eager to learn Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with music databases (DISCO, Genius, etc.) is a plus Required Skills: Music research, Artist development, Social media platforms, Digital service providers (DSPs), Music databases DISCO, Music databases Genius, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Digital marketing, Project management tools, Airtable, Data analysis, Digital advertising, Influencer marketing, Canva, Content management systems (WordPress), Social media publishing tools, E-commerce platforms (Shopify), Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Office PowerPoint Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer