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#trustandsafetyinternship alert: I love seeing more #trustandsafety internships within the industry. I often have college students/recent grads that inquire about internships. There aren't a lot, but the opportunities are growing. Leaders take note: college students want to gain experience in the field. Advocate for internships and help grow the next generation of #trustandsafetyprofessionals! If you are looking or know someone looking for an internship take a look at this one at Spotify.

To be honest, I’ve been reflecting on my recent experiences in the music industry, and I feel compelled to share my thoughts with my network. Why is it that the music industry continues to offer internships to individuals who are clearly qualified for the roles they are applying for? Recently, I was offered an unpaid internship despite having years of experience running studios, working in top markets like L.A. and Miami, and even completing a paid internship with Warner Music Group. It simply didn’t make sense to me. The truth is, I believe the current system is broken—offering internships to seasoned professionals seems counterproductive. It feels more beneficial for a young, enthusiastic college graduate just starting out. For those of us who have put in the time and gained experience, it’s frustrating to feel overlooked and undervalued. I am passionate about the music industry, and I love what I do. However, the reality of this journey has been stressful at times. I am not discouraged, but I do believe the industry needs to rethink its approach. It might just be time to start creating our own systems and opportunities rather than relying on a system that no longer serves those of us ready to make real impact. Not giving up, just sharing my thoughts with my LinkedIn family. Thanks for reading! #musicindustry #opportunities #musiccareer #careerjourney #staymotivated

11 years ago was my first day of my internship in A&R at Warner Music Group, here are 5 things I learned during college internships in the Music Industry. (And yes, I picked up the kind of drugs that you have to show your ID to the pharmacist for at CVS. A band was in a recording session and the lead singer was sick and needed the good stuff.) 1) Listen to every conversation you can. If you're allowed, sit in on meetings (quietly) and listen in on phone calls. Take notes and, after, find a time with your supervisor to ask questions about it. 2) Read every email, contract, etc. that comes across your desk. I primarily did this when I worked at WME | William Morris Endeavor, but this is what helped me get comfortable understanding key terms of contracts and how they're negotiated. 3) If you don't have an assigned project, look out for opportunities to add value (and, in most cases you're supporting an assistant or coordinator, so ask them!) As an intern, some projects that I came up with along with the assistants I supported included: organizing cabinets of CDs (guess that wasn't helpful long term...but I got to take home whatever I wanted!), started an industry newsletter for the office (Noah Simon suggested this to me), and listened to demos and flagged the ones that were worth a closer listen and why. 4) Say yes! Even if something seems boring, like making copies for a meeting, it's important to immerse yourself in that office and get a better idea of what it might look like to be an entry-level employee there. Most major internship programs now will give you plenty of interesting projects, but any internship is what you make of it. 5) Talk to people outside of your immediate department. This is a great way to build relationships that might turn into future internships or jobs (your department won't always have an opening when you graduate!). Additionally, you can learn lots about other divisions and what they do and possibly find a dream role you never knew existed! What did you learn as an intern? #internship #intern #musicindustry #college

🚀Excited to share the Third Task of my Internship at SYNC INTERN'S🎉 Creating a Music webapp. 💻✨ Check out the Result work here [https://lnkd.in/gJmrngYx] and let me know your thoughts! Stay tuned for more updates on my Internship journey! #syncinterns #Internship #MusicWebapp

Gain some music industry and client management experience with this internship...

Too often, we confine our children to the narrow lanes of 'Safe Careers.'  But what if we gave them room to explore? What if we encouraged them to listen to their inner calling, even unconventional ones? A career isn't built on what's expected—it’s built on passion and the freedom to pursue it. As a #founder, I’ve seen firsthand how creativity, when nurtured, can lead to extraordinary things. At BegetBiz, we’re doing something different. We’re not just offering internships; we’re offering a chance for young talent to shape their own future. So, we are #hiring - A Music Intern! Haha, strange, isn't it? Our Music Intern role isn’t about fitting into a mold. It’s about recognizing the power of sound to elevate content and create deeper connections. If we give young minds the right space, they can transform the world of digital media—just by doing what they love. We want someone who believes in the impact of music, who’s willing to learn and grow, and who understands that the unconventional path can be the most fulfilling. This isn’t just an internship. It’s a step towards realizing what happens when creativity meets opportunity. If this resonates with you—or someone you know—reach out. Let's build careers that matter. Reach out at: careers@begetbiz.com 7815098220 Let’s start something meaningful. PS- Read the Job description before applying! #paidinternship #internship #hiring #founder #creativetalent #creativity #careers #job #oppurtunity #musicenthusiast

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💜 𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐃’𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: Kendelynn Watkins 🎶 Kendelynn is TREND’s Music Publicity Intern, who has been here for the last couple of months. Her creative attitude and passion for work are a great force in the TREND. We are happy to have her on our team! 🤍 🎙️𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗗? : I’ve begun to develop networking, technical, and research skills at TREND, along with media relations, overall industry knowledge, and ways to contribute to the success of campaigns. Additionally, I have learned how to leverage digital platforms to enhance brand visibility and engagement strategically. 🎙️𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽? : As a very hands-on, visual learner, TREND's commitment to providing interns with hands-on experience in both the Publicity and Social Media divisions is my favorite part of the internship. I also enjoy that I can learn from and work directly with senior staff members, sending and writing pitches and press releases with their guidance. 🎙️𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆? : Music has always been a driving force in my life, whether it be songwriting, keeping up with music trends/news, or just blasting and singing my favorite songs in the car. Music is necessary in my daily life, and I honestly can't see myself doing anything else. I have a deep passion for the industry paired with a drive to succeed, and with the ever-changing entertainment industry, I know there will never be a dull moment and always something new to learn. #musicindustry #intern #internship #earlycareers

I'm terrible about consistency on LinkedIn, but over the last year I've used the platform to start conversations with people in the music industry who I seek to learn from, for which I'm so grateful. I've also been messaged by college students / recent grads who want to know more about what I do, which have led to some fun and meaningful conversations. So this message is two-fold: 1. To let people know about the awesome opportunities at Universal Music Group via internships this coming summer (https://lnkd.in/egQn7-Ys) 2. To note that I'm always open to having conversations with real humans! (Miss me with the automated AI DMs)

Attn. Vassar College students! Check out these terrific summer internships at the Brooklyn Musem that Vassar alum & SCC mentor, Michael Reback, just posted!