About the role#
The Recording Academy New York Chapter is offering a paid internship for the winter 2027 term. This position provides exposure to professional recording industry techniques and practices through hands-on training in office administration, event management, and artist relations. You will work 20-24 hours per week for the duration of the semester.
What you'll do#
- Assist with event management for local events, including support during regular business hours, evenings, and weekends.
- Support educational programs.
- Create newsletters.
- Manage membership recruitment and perform database management.
- Conduct demographics analysis.
- Provide general administrative office support.
- Lift or move items up to 60 pounds as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time college student (junior, senior, or graduate student).
- A letter from your school confirming the internship is for college credit.
- An interest in music and a commitment to a career in the recording industry.
- Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills.
- Proficient computer skills.
- One year of course work towards a degree in a related field is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 11, 2027 - April 16, 2027).
- Compensation: Paid position based on local minimum wage rates.
About The Recording Academy
The Recording Academy is a nonprofit organization founded in 1957. It represents music professionals including performers, songwriters, producers, and engineers. Based in Santa Monica, California, the organization operates the GRAMMY Museum and manages the GRAMMY Awards. It also provides support to music creators through MusiCares and advocates for their interests.
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