Fall Intern - Music A&R

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

This program is designed as a true training experience. Interns earn school credit while gaining hands-on skills, real-world exposure, and mentorship they can take into job interviews and their post-graduation careers.

What You'll Learn

How A&R discovery works in today's music industry across streaming + social platforms
How to evaluate artists using trends, engagement, analytics, and marketability indicators
How to identify breakout potential and recognize early growth signals
How teams assess artist positioning, genre fit, and brand development
How to communicate insights clearly and professionally in an industry setting
Resume + cover letter support from our senior staff toward the end of the program

Ideal Candidates Will

Have a passion for identifying new voices and emerging talent
Possess an acute understanding of music and music genres
Have a deep interest in music trends, analytics, and artist marketability
Enjoy researching artists through Spotify, social media, and live shows
Be organized, detail-oriented, and consistent with deadlines
Engage positively in open feedback and team collaboration

Intern Responsibilities Include

Researching and identifying promising new artists via social media, live shows, and Spotify research
Reviewing incoming artist submissions through our website, TikTok, and Instagram
Tracking discoveries and providing brief written summaries on sound, genre, and momentum

Important Notices

Internship is three days per week, in-office at the TREND Building (Tues/Weds/Thurs, 9:00am-5:30pm) in Hollywood
Candidates must receive school credit
Three-month minimum commitment required
Applicants must have completed at least one year of college