Summer Paid Intern - Music and Entertainment
ASCAP
New York, NYThis is a Part Time Paid Internship
Program Dates: Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, July 31, 2026
Work Location: ASCAP New York Office - 250 W 57th St., New York, NY 10107
About the ASCAP Aspire Internship Program
The ASCAP Aspire Internship Program is a paid summer internship program designed to provide undergraduate students with unique, hands-on experiences in the music and entertainment industry. Aspire interns join the team as active contributors while gaining exposure to ASCAP’s business and operations.
Aspire Interns departmental placements will be based on interests, skills, and experience, as well as ASCAP’s business needs. Opportunities include Membership, Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, and Strategy & Business Development. Departments are subject to change. In addition to day-to-day work, Aspire Interns participate in broader, cohort-based program experience that emphasize learning, collaboration and career exploration.
As an Aspire Intern, you will have an opportunity to:
• Build transferable professional skills in a collaborative and supportive work environment;
• Explore career interests and establish connections within the entertainment industry;
• Participate in professional development programming in order to establish connections with leaders in the entertainment industry;
• Connect with a cohort of fellow interns through collaborative, shared learning opportunities
• Work with an amazing team to help you grow your resume and skillset; and
• Access ASCAP employee events, online learning tools, and other internal resources.
Requirements
An ASCAP Aspire intern must:
• Be a rising sophomore, junior, senior undergraduate student (18 years or older) or a Spring 2026 graduate of an accredited college or university;
• Be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA);
• Demonstrate an interest in media, technology or entertainment;
• Be available to work full-time (5 days per week, 35 hours) for 9 weeks starting in June;
• Be able to work in-person at ASCAP’s New York office location at least 3 days per week; and
• Be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
While not required, strong candidates may also demonstrate:
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides);
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; and
• A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn new skills.
How to Apply
Please submit the following materials:
• A resume (PDF preferred); and
• A one-page cover letter describing your background, interest in the ASCAP Aspire Internship Program, and preferred area(s) of interest.
Candidates selected for the internship program will be required to provide an unofficial academic transcript prior to the start date.
Additional Information
Please be aware that ASCAP is not a nut-free or other allergen-free workplace.
Salary/Benefits
$17.00
- 17.00
per hour
$17.00 - $17.00 /hour USD
Perks
• Access ASCAP employee events
• Online learning tools
• Collaborative, shared learning opportunities
Additional Information
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of over one million songwriters, composers, and music publishers, representing some of the world’s most talented music creators. Founded and governed by its members, ASCAP is the only not-for-profit performing rights organization in the U.S. It licenses a repertory of more than 20 million musical works to hundreds of thousands of businesses, including streaming services, cable television, radio, and brick-and-mortar establishments such as retail stores, hotels, clubs, restaurants, and bars. ASCAP collects licensing fees, identifies and processes trillions of performances annually, and returns nearly 90 cents of every dollar back to its members as royalties. The ASCAP blanket license provides an efficient solution for businesses to legally perform ASCAP music while ensuring fair compensation for songwriters and composers. ASCAP advocates for the rights and value of music creators, drives industry innovation, builds community, and offers essential resources and support for creators to thrive in their careers.
