Communications Summer Intern

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule (Tue/Wed on-site)

Housing stipend $2,000

Paid internship

Job summary

SoundExchange is offering a 10-week paid summer internship in Washington, DC (hybrid: in office Tuesdays & Wednesdays). The Communications intern will support social media research, creator profiling, copywriting, and content development across channels.

You will engage with leaders across the organization, gain practical experience in music tech communications, and deliver a final presentation at the program’s end. Housing stipend is provided and interns work 35–40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree program; minimum 3.0 GPA, or equivalent.
• Demonstrates inclusivity, advocacy, and appreciation for diversity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research social media trends and platform updates.
• Assist with building creator profiles and influencer research.
• Content creation and copywriting for various channels.
• Social media management and publishing tasks.
• Assist with reporting and newsletters.

Skills

Social media research

Copywriting

Content creation

Written communication

Education

Currently enrolled in degree-seeking program

Job description

Title: Communications Summer Intern
Department: Communications
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 Communications Intern

• Research social media trends and platform updates
• Assist with building creator profiles and influencer research
• Content creation, and copywriting
• Social media management and publishing
• Assist with reporting and analysis
• Assist with the creation of newsletters
• Internal and external communications: intranet, emails, blog posts, features
• Research information for press releases or other communications content
• Deck creation
• 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