Universal Music Group 2026 Summer Internship Program: Corporate Opportunities: Creative (Multiple Locations: CA & NY) job opportunity at Universal Music Group.



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Universal Music Group Universal Music Group 2026 Summer Internship Program: Corporate Opportunities: Creative (Multiple Locations: CA & NY)
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loacation Santa Monica, California, United States Of America
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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, purs u ing an undergraduate, graduate and/or law degree     Graduating between   Spring 202 6   - Fall 202 8     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. Applications will be   reviewed   early Spring 202 6 .   2026 Summer Internship Program Dates: June 8 th , 2026- August 14 th , 2026 Consumer Marketing   -   Global Paid Media   ( Onsite: CA or NY ):   How   You’ll   CREATE:   The Consumer Marketing team at Universal Music Group is looking for an   i ntern for our in-house media team to support the team’s media buying and strategy efforts. The Global Media Buying Team works across all UMG   and Partner   l abels to execute media buys,   assist   in media planning, analyze campaign performance to develop best practices and case studies, and guide and improve the strategy of the Digital Media teams.   Responsibilities include:   Collaborate on 3-5 learning goals for the summer ;   i dentify   projects and tasks that are aligned with goals   Join UMG label calls – help with agenda creation, note taking, media plannin g   and analysis   Collaborate with Measurement Team on new testing opportunities and develop a case study   Execute a campaign from Planning Phase > Execution > Recap   Create retargeting   a udiences in FB/IG   QA Campaigns   Checking approval status for campaigns, flag if any creatives are disapproved   Optimization Recommendations   SharePoint   updates   Ideal candidates will have:   Major in   advertising /Interested in advertising    Ads   manager experience   is a plus   Comfortable with   Ex cel,   K eynote,   S lack,   B ox   is a plus   Global   Marketing   -   Global Marketing Priorities   ( Onsite:   CA ):   How   You’ll   CREATE:   Global Marketing Priorities oversees   p riority artist releases from all labels under UMG. We have specific-artist programs (IGNITE, AMPLIFY) that we set budgets for, track revenue and   streams   and track chart reports.   We also a ttend marketing team meetings and   participate   in creative brainstorming and strategy sessions across various projects .   U pdating weekly priority notes   Building newsletters   Tracking KPIs   Creating and presenting decks   Understanding and interpreting Excel data for monthly global reports   Understanding of pop culture and the music industry Ideal candidates will have:   A bility to pivot quickly   Creative with a background in design/marketing     Global   Marketing   -   Partner Labels   ( Onsite: CA ):   How   You’ll   CREATE:   Global Marketing/Partner Labels deals with   all   our partner labels like Disney Music Group, Concord Music Group, Big Machine,   Moonbug , Roc Nation,   ABKCO   and BMG to name a few. Our team handles both   g lobal   l abel   r elations and   g lobal   m arketing for these labels.   Create Global Marketing Planners for assigned projects   Research   o pportunities   Cold call local lifestyle brands/ outlets   ​ Attend events like in-stores and help the labels execute   Attend   l abel   m arketing   m eetings     Ideal candidates will have:   The   ability to cold call   Strong   n etworking skills   Outgoing personality   Proactive,   self-starters   that are eager to learn   Global   Marketing   -   Label Relations   ( Onsite:   CA )   How   You’ll   CREATE:   Marketing &   p romoting   n ew   and   e stablished   a rtis ts     Ideal candidates will have:   Strong Microsoft E xcel abilities   Experience with music streaming services such as Apple, Spotify & Amazon   Global   Marketing   -   Artist Development   ( Onsite:   CA )   How   You’ll   CREATE :   Our team sits within Global Marketing as the Artist Development function, supporting all labels and territories worldwide. We focus on   identifying   and amplifying the next generation of breakout artists across marketing, A&R,   strategy   and international development. Our work combines creative insight, data-driven strategy, and cross-functional collaboration to help build   culturally relevant ,   globally - scalable   artist stories.   I nterns   will support key artist development initiatives across the global marketing team   and   gain hands-on experience across marketing, A&R insights, and global strategy while collaborating with teams across labels and territories.   T racking priority releases   Maintaining and updating internal knowledge   bases   Assisting   with research and insights   Contributing to creative brainstorms around campaigns, content, and emerging opportunities.      Ideal candidates will have:   Cultural fluency and trend awareness: A strong pulse on emerging artists, social trends, and youth culture across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube   Research and insights skills: Ability to synthesize data,   identify   patterns, and clearly communicate takeaways around artists, audiences, and markets   Creative thinking: Comfort   participating   in brainstorms, pitching ideas, and contributing to campaign and content development   Digital literacy in music platforms: Familiarity with DSPs (Spotify, Apple Music), social analytics, or basic media/marketing tools is a plus   UMG Commercial Services   -   °1824 (Onsite:   NY)   How   You’ll   CREATE:   °1824 is UMG’s culture marketing and creative strategy team focused on the connection of artists and brands directly to fans through storytelling and experiences. Our offerings include content creation, ideation, PR, A&R, creator partnerships,   experiences   and digital marketing. With a staff of passionate and   highly - skilled   visionaries, we   own   a direct connection to youth culture. °1824’s first-of-its-kind network of young creatives allows us to make an impact locally while thinking globally. We redefine artist development while building the careers of future industry executives.   Responsibilities include:   Marketing   s trategy & brainstorming    Social   m edia   s trategy   Brand   p artnerships    Fan   e vent   s upport   Deck   c reation       Ideal candidates will have :   Ability to multitask across varied artist projects    Ability to brainstorm creatively & willingness to voice ideas on meetings    UMG   Commercial Services   -   Brand Partnerships   ( Onsite:   NY )   How   You’ll   CREATE:   Our   team services the artists across   all   the R EPUBLIC   Collective rosters with individual brand opportunities a nd   works with the larger UMG   for Brands   team to   identify   and secure talent for global multi-talent partnerships that feature media, production and more.   In addition to the daily tasks our intern will complete a creative project for our department simulating a brand partnerships pitch, album release   sponsorship   and an artist brainstorm.   M arket research Competitive deal analysis Meeting prep materials Artist research and prep Case study reviews   Brainstorming sessions     Ideal candidates will have :   Passion and interest in   b rands and   b rand   p artnerships is crucial     Creativity and exceptional material-making and communication skills are   a must   Collaborative thinking, "can-do" attitude with a "no detail is too small" mentality   UMG   Commercial Services   -   (UMGB)   Universal Music Group for Brands   ( Onsite:   CA   & NY)   How   You’ll   CREATE :   Universal Music Group for Brands (UMGB) is the dedicated brand agency of Universal Music Group, creating innovative and tailor-made business solutions for brands. We   leverage   the power of   m usic &   c ulture to create innovative and differentiated customer propositions for our brand partners to help them grow their business.   UMGB believes the world of music is the most powerful way of connecting with people on an emotional level. With our content reaching billions and teams in 74 countries, UMGB offers a unique approach to brand marketing. Whether a brand is looking to shift   perception , reach a new generation, boost   sales   or build   loyalty;   we help define their voice in   culture.   The   UMGB interns will help with all department needs from new business, artist relations, creative, and media sales. Day -to-day   business of UMGB Market research / data collection Deck creation  Artist updates / touring information Media pitches Assisting   supervisors with media prep materials  Strategy,   assisting   with media sales team    End of summer capstone project: creative project for our department simulating a brand partnerships pitch   Ideal candidates will have:   Proactive problem solver     Engaged, proactive, and positive presence   Take initiative, ask thoughtful   questions   and show genuine curiosity about the work and how the team connects brands with artists and audiences Bring fresh energy and perspective that   enhance   the overall dynamic of the team and   help   push new and creative ideas forward   UMG   Corporate Communications   -   Corporate Communications & Global Impact Team   ( Onsite:   NY)   How   You’ll   CREATE:   Music.   It’s   the   universal language. It inspires us, moves us, thrills us, heals   us   and   ultimately unites   us all. As the world’s leading music company, we nurture a culture that respects music and fosters artistry and self-expression.     As a Corporate Communications & Global Impact Team intern, you will help to amplify UMG's vision for meaningful positive change through internal and external communications, community engagement and philanthropic work including the Universal Music All Together Now Foundation (ATNF), event   functions   and special projects. Our team works at the intersection of communications, corporate events, and social responsibility, and as a part of our team, you will help to drive positive impact across the company, industry, and local communities in which UMG   operates .     Our intern will   assist   with various research projects including but not limited to :   I ndustry philanthropic work Executive and corporate events Internal and external communications   Assist   with newsletter and presentation build outs, including   a   capstone project, and any day-to-day tasks of the team.       Bring Your VIBE   (ALL ROLES) :   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   Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change. Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. For more information, please click on the following links. E-Verify Participation Poster:  English / Spanish E-Verify Right to Work Poster:  English  |  Spanish Job Category: Internships Salary Range: $15-$25 per hour The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.  All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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