About the role#
Roc Nation is looking for a motivated intern to join our team for the Fall 2026 semester. This role is designed for individuals interested in learning about A&R, studio recording, and release planning. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting our Artist Relations Team and contributing to daily administrative operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist with artist and song research by monitoring shows, radio play, blogs, charts, demos, and word-of-mouth.
- Coordinate detailed weekly A&R research reports and support scouting projects.
- Monitor and report on domestic and international music charts.
- Track the growth of prospective artists and assist with Artist Relations tasks.
- Transcribe and review lyrics and review clean audio files.
- Handle day-to-day administrative tasks to ensure artist projects meet deadlines.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time college student pursuing an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree, or recent graduate status.
- A genuine interest in an A&R career and a love for listening to indie and unsigned artists.
- Basic understanding of the music industry and A&R processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, writing, and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and work independently with strong follow-through.
- Experience handling confidential information.
- Experience as a songwriter, performer, producer, or engineer is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site (5 days a week).
- Compensation: $17.00 per hour.
- Status: Part-time (up to 30 hours per week).
- Note: Applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.
About Roc Nation
Roc Nation is an entertainment company based in New York. Founded in 2008, it manages musicians, athletes, and other media personalities. The firm provides services in artist management, brand strategy, and music distribution. It also operates a philanthropic arm called Team Roc. The company employs 643 people.
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