Universal Music Group 2026 Summer Internship Program: Creative & Operations (Onsite: FL)
We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
Program Eligibility:
Currently enrolled at an accredited two or four-year college/university in the United States, pursuing an undergraduate, graduate and/or law degree
Graduating between Spring 2026 - Fall 2028
Have access to housing and transportation within the designated city (We do not offer housing or transportation accommodations)
Legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship for employment visa status, now or in the future (e.g., H1-B, OPT, etc.)
Commit to 20 - 40 hours per week (based on individual business area)
Note: There are multiple job descriptions listed below. Please read carefully. Applications will be reviewed early Spring 2026
2026 Summer Internship Program Dates: June 8 - August 14, 2026
UMLE: Commercial (Data) (Onsite: FL)
How You’ll CREATE:
The data department aids in creating information decks and analysis based on music consumption of our artists. The Intern will be responsible for helping create data decks to showcase trends, growths or opportunities with our roster of artists.
Ideal candidates will have:
- SQL proficiency
- Python
- DOMO
- Spotify for artists a plus
UMLE: Audience Growth/Digital (Onsite: FL)
How You’ll CREATE:
This department aids the marketing departments in sourcing influencer campaigns, as well as overseeing all digital activities and looks to aid all releases in the digital space
- Overseeing digital campaigns
- Drafting content ideas and influencer strategies that align with the artists
Ideal candidates will have:
- Experience with Canva, Meltwater, Chartmetric, TikTok, Meta & other analysis tools
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish
UMLA: Marketing UMLA & Iberian Peninsula (Onsite: FL)
How You’ll CREATE:
- Support the supervision and follow-up of international marketing campaigns for artists across Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula.
- Assist in communication and coordination with repertoire owners, regional offices, and cross-functional teams.
- Prepare and send campaign performance reports and results to repertoire owners, including insights and key highlights.
- Track campaign progress, monitor timelines, and maintain updated status reports for all active releases.
- Conduct research using internal and external data sources to identify trends, audience behavior, streaming patterns, and competitive insights.
- Take detailed meeting minutes and distribute summaries to relevant stakeholders.
- Update and maintain internal trackers, calendars, databases, pitch decks, and promotional documentation.
- Contribute ideas during campaign reviews, brainstorms, and team discussions surrounding regional strategy and amplification.
- Monitor key releases within the Latin American and Iberian Peninsula markets and help identify regional opportunities for visibility and support.
- Assist with general administrative tasks, organization of materials, and preparation of presentations.
Ideal candidates will have:
- A 'can do" attitude
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and efficiency
- Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Display high level of integrity
- Discretion when handling confidential information
- Professionalism when dealing with all colleagues and senior executives, internally and externally
- Experience in AI "prompting"
UMLE: Press/Publicity (Onsite: FL)
How You’ll CREATE:
- Support media outreach efforts and help maintain updated media lists
- Monitor press coverage and compile weekly press reports
- Assist with planning and logistics for red carpets, showcases, screenings and award-week events
- Support guest list management, credential tracking, and onsite event coordination
- Conduct research on artists, media outlets, trends, and competitive campaigns
- Coordinate internal documents, calendars, and schedules as needed
- Collaborate with the team on day-to-day tasks to support artist releases and label communications
- Oversee press strategies and social media overview of the label
Ideal candidates will have:
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish
- Strong interest in music, entertainment and pop-culture trends, with an understanding of digital platforms and media outlets
- Excellent writing skills
UMLE: Publicity (Onsite: FL)
How You’ll CREATE:
The Publicity & Communications Department leads all media strategy, press efforts, and storytelling for FONO and its artists. We manage press releases, pitches, interviews, and bilingual communications, while overseeing red carpets, showcases, and major award-season activations.
We work closely with artists, management, and internal teams to amplify releases, secure top-tier media coverage, and strengthen FONO’s presence across the U.S., Mexico, and global Latin markets. Our mission is to elevate the label and its roster through strategic visibility, cultural relevance, and impactful communication.
- Assist in drafting, editing, and organizing press materials (press releases, bios, pitches, talking points).
- Support media outreach efforts and help maintain updated media lists.
- Monitor press coverage and compile weekly press reports.
- Assist with planning and logistics for red carpets, showcases, screenings, and award-week events.
- Support guest list management, credential tracking, and onsite event coordination.
- Conduct research on artists, media outlets, trends, and competitive campaigns.
- Coordinate internal documents, calendars, and schedules as needed.
- Collaborate with the team on day-to-day tasks to support artist releases and label communications.
Ideal candidates will have:
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
- Excellent communication skills, with strong grammar and the ability to draft clear, concise messaging.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and basic media tracking tools, with strong organizational capability.
- Strong interest in music, entertainment, and pop-culture trends, with an understanding of digital platforms and media outlets.
UMLE: Merch & E-Commerce (Onsite: FL)
How You’ll CREATE:
The Merch & E-Commerce department oversees all merchandise sales, from the creation to execution of campaigns tied to music products & Artists. The intern will be responsible for researching merch trends and will be looking into sourcing quality products & helping setting up digital campaigns for merch actions.
Ideal candidates will have:
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal
- Strong attention to detail
Bring Your VIBE (ALL ROLES):
Strong attention to detail
Strong organizational skills and efficiency
Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines in fast- paced, high-pressure environments
High level of integrity
Discretion in handling confidential information
Professionalism in dealing with senior professionals inside and outside the company
A “can-do” attitude
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Self-starter
Excellent communication skills
Eager to learn
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
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Job Category:Internships
Salary Range:
$15-$20 per hourThe actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.
Top Skills
What We Do
Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans. Universal Music Group's labels include A&M Records, Astralwerks, Blue Note Records, Capitol Christian Music Group, Capitol Records, Capitol Records Nashville, Caroline, Decca, Def Jam Recordings, Deutsche Grammophon, Disa, Emarcy, EMI Records Nashville, Fonovisa, Geffen Records, Harvest, Interscope Records, Island Records, Machete Music, MCA Nashville, Mercury Nashville, Mercury Records, Motown Records, Polydor Records, Republic Records, Universal Music Latino, Verve Label Group, Virgin Records, Virgin EMI Records, as well as a multitude of record labels owned or distributed by its record company subsidiaries around the world. UMG's catalog is marketed through two distinct divisions, Universal Music Enterprises (in the U.S.) and Universal Strategic Marketing (outside the U.S.). UMG also includes Universal Music Publishing Group, one of the industry's premier music publishing operations worldwide and Bravado, the leading provider of consumer, lifestyle and branding services to recording artists and entertainment brands around the world. Universal Music Group is a Vivendi company.
Why Work With Us
UMG's IT department delivers technology solutions and services that unlock business value and facilitate growth through strategic investment and operational efficiency. Our team is collaborative, dedicated and passionate about the work we do. Here you can work in a dynamic and flexible environment with evolving opportunities to grow!
