Brand Marketing Summer Intern

SoundExchange; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 9,643,000 - 11,021,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $20

Housing stipend $2,000

Hybrid: Tue/Wed onsite

Educational series

Leadership engagement

Intern presentation

Job summary

SoundExchange invites students to join our Brand Marketing team for a 10-week paid internship in Washington, DC (hybrid: Tue/Wed in-office). You will work on artist engagement strategies and real campaigns that mirror full-time roles.

The program offers hands-on learning, leadership exposure, and networking with SoundExchange leaders. We seek passionate, detail-oriented undergraduates (or graduate students) enrolled in a degree program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Qualifications

• Sharp written and verbal communication skills.
• Resourceful, highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Be 18 years or older on or before day one of internship.
• Undergraduates preferred (juniors or seniors) and enrolled in degree program.
• Graduate students may still apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop a dynamic, ongoing artist engagement strategy.
• Create a 360° engagement plan combining in-person activations, digital storytelling, and artist experiences.
• Concept and execute artist gifting, merch collaborations, and educational touchpoints.
• Suggest partnerships with Industry Relations and Communications to spotlight artists' stories.
• All interns must present a final presentation at internship end.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organized

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduates preferred

Enrolled in degree-seeking program (min 3.0 GPA)

Graduate students may apply

Job description

Title: Brand Marketing Summer Intern
Department: Brand Marketing
Job Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid: in office Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

Position Summary

SoundExchange 2027 Summer Internship Program

We’re SoundExchange, and we’re on a mission to efficiently collect and distribute royalties, advocate on behalf of creators, and develop trusted business solutions for the music industry. Why? Because we love music and we value the people behind it.

If you’re as passionate about music and championing creators as we are, we want you to join the band! SoundExchange offers a robust 10‐week paid internship program each summer for talented, motivated students to work in our Washington, DC office. The program is designed to expand exposure to the music tech industry and provide relevant and practical work experience in an area of interest.

As a SoundExchange intern, we’ll welcome you as an integral member of our dedicated and diverse team. You will have the unique opportunity to take on roles similar to those of a full‐time hire and dive into projects that contribute to the organization’s mission while growing your skills, forging new professional relationships, and enhancing your resume.

• $20.00 per hour
• One‐time taxable stipend of $2,000.00 to assist with housing and transportation
• 35‐40 hours per week
• Flexibility to work hybrid (two days, Tues and Weds on‐site required)
• Participate in a comprehensive educational series and engage with various SoundExchange leaders across the organization
• Build your network with your fellow interns and SoundExchange staff

Internship Key Dates

• Program dates: Approximately June 1, 2027 – August 6, 2027
• Deadline: All applications must be received no later than November 7th, 2026
• Selection & Notification: December 2026

What To Expect as a Brand Marketing Intern

• Develop a dynamic and ongoing artist engagement strategy that deepens SoundExchange’s relationship with artists and highlights our commitment to empowering creators.
• Create a 360° engagement strategy that combines in-person activations, digital storytelling, and exclusive artist experiences.
• Concept the execution of artist gifting, merch collaborations, and educational touchpoints to connect SoundExchange’s services with tangible value for artists.
• Suggest how Brand Marketing can partner with Industry Relations and Communications to amplify artist voices and spotlight their stories.
• All interns are required to give a presentation at the conclusion of their internship.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Personify SoundExchange’s Core Values (Driving Excellence, Integrity In All That We Do, Championing Creators, Respect Why We’re Here, Teamwork That Empowers)
• Demonstrate inclusivity, advocacy, and appreciation for diversity in personal, academic, or professional experiences
• Thrive in a fast‐paced environment
• Resourceful, have great attention to detail, highly organized
• Ability to collaborate well with others and tackle challenges enthusiastically
• Sharp written and verbal communication skills
• Be 18 years of age or older on or before the first day of the internship program
• Undergraduates preferred (heading into your junior or senior year is also preferred); graduate students may still apply
• Be enrolled in a degree‑seeking program in an accredited college or university (with a minimum 3.0 GPA), or be a student at a relevant professional boot camp or advanced educational program