Spring 2027 WMG Emerging Talent Associate Program (Warner Music Group Central Functions)

Warner Music Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Professional development workshops

Industry insights

Job summary

Warner Music Group offers an Emerging Talent Associate internship this Spring. ETAs are matched to departments based on interests and qualifications, and are fully immersed in day-to-day activities, attending strategic meetings and contributing ideas to drive global success.

ETAs participate in professional development workshops, industry insights, and a capstone project, gaining hands-on experience in the music industry while building cross-functional connections.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership experience on or off campus.
• Strong problem solving and organizational abilities.
• Self-starter attitude with a genuine curiosity for the business.

Responsibilities

• Join the Emerging Talent Associate program and participate in strategic meetings.
• Help solve key business issues and contribute ideas to sustain Warner Music Group’s global success.
• Engage in professional development workshops, industry insights, and the capstone project.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Curiosity

Job description

At Warner Music Group, we’re a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:

Curiosity: We do our best work when we’re immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future.

Collaboration: Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans.

Commitment: We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we’re committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises.

WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds – an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for talented individuals to join our innovative and highly sought-after Emerging Talent Associate Program as an Emerging Talent Associate (ETA) this Spring. Warner Music Group’s Emerging Talent Associate Program is a paid internship program designed to provide individuals with the opportunity to apply their skills and gain hands‑on experience in the music industry.

This multidimensional, semester‑long program begins by matching ETAs to specific departments based on their interests as well as the position qualifications. Here you’ll get to: Upon joining the program, Emerging Talent Associates (ETAs) are fully immersed in the day-to-day activities of their assigned department. They participate in strategic meetings, help solve key business issues, and offer ideas and perspectives to further WMG’s global success.

In addition, working as an Emerging Talent Associate ensures access to incredible developmental activities such as our Professional Development Workshops, Industry Insights, and the Emerging Talent Associate Capstone Project.

A little bit about the program:

Application Deadline: Friday, January 1, 2027 at 11:59pm

Program Duration: OPTION ONE: January 19, 2027 - March 26, 2027 OPTION TWO: January 25, 2027 - April 2, 2027 OPTION THREE: February 1, 2027 - April 9, 2027

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20-25 hours per week (varies based on department)

Internship Credit is also provided for students seeking academic credit for this experience

A little bit about you: At least 18 years of age by January 19, 2027 Located and legally authorized to work within the United States for the duration of the program Emerging Talent Associates are responsible for their own housing and transportation within the designated city A self‑starter attitude with a genuine curiosity for our business Able to commit to a 20-25 hour work week It would be music to our ears if you also had: Professional goals that align with Warner Music Group’s core values and business objectives Knowledge of and passion for the different business units that makeup WMG Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as effective problem solving and organizational skills Strong passion for and knowledge of the music industry Leadership experience on or off campus

Placement Opportunities: Please note the departments listed below are subject to change. Placements tagged as hybrid will require you to work onsite for the majority of the work week.

• Business & Legal Affairs is reserved for individuals actively pursuing a law degree.
• Creative placements require submission of a creative portfolio for consideration.

• Business Development (Hybrid Los Angeles, CA)
• Content Protection & Anti-Piracy (Hybrid Nashville, TN & Hybrid New York, NY)
• Corporate Communications (Hybrid Los Angeles, CA & Hybrid New York, NY)
• Environmental, Social, and Governance (Hybrid New York, NY)
• Global Commercial Services (Hybrid Nashville, TN, Hybrid New York, NY, & Hybrid Los Angeles, CA)
• Global Marketing (Hybrid New York, NY)
• Workplace Experience (Hybrid Los Angeles, CA & Hybrid New York, NY)

As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world’s premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre‑spanning songwriters and producers through a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands. Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.

#LI-Hybrid Salary Range: $17.00 to $18.42 Hourly Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States as of your first day of employment with WMG. Valid proof of work authorization will be required upon hire in accordance with federal law. Warner Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Links to relevant documents: 2026 Benefits At A Glance final.pdf
• EVerify Participation Poster.pdf
• Right To Work .pdf

Warner Music Group is all about our people. We are one global company made up of the most knowledgeable, passionate, and creative people in our business. It is the mission of every member of the WMG team around the world to create a nurturing environment for artists, songwriters, and fellow employees at every stage of their career. We strive to set WMG apart from the rest of the industry by embracing a philosophy of innovation that is part of our company's DNA. Consider a career at WMG and be a part of one of the biggest forces in music today.