Fall Intern - A&R

Position: Fall 2026 Intern - A&R (Paid)
Location: New York

## Fall 2026 Intern - A&R (Paid)
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New York, NY, USA:
Part time:
Posted 3 Days Ago:
JR-93096

Job Summary:

Title:

Distribution A&R Intern (Paid)

Location:

New York, NY (In-office, 5 days a week)
Average hours:
Up to 30 hours per week
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* The Role:

** Roc Nation is looking for a highly motivated, organized, and enthusiastic individual, who is interested in learning more about the live entertainment and music industries. This internship will allow students to gain first-hand experience in a variety of areas, including but not limited to; A&R, studio recording and release planning.
** Areas that you will be learning about:
*** Interns will assist our team in extensive artist and song research and identifying opportunities through a variety of means, e.g., shows, radio play, blogs, charts, demos, word-of-mouth, etc.
* Coordinate detailed weekly A&R research reports and other scouting projects
* Monitor and report on various charts domestically and internationally
* Complete various tasks for the Artist Relations Team to include tracking growth of prospective artists, transcribing and reviewing lyrics, reviewing clean audio
* Assist with all other day-to-day administrative tasks to ensure artist projects are complete and submitted on time
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* Qualifications:

*** Must be able to work out of NYC office for the Fall semester
* Must be currently enrolled as a full-time college student working towards your Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Masters degree or recent graduate
* Prospective interns should have a basic understanding of the music industry and A&R, but still be eager to learn more about the day-to-day process
* Interest in pursuing a career in artists and repertoire (A&R)
* Prospective interns must LOVE listening to indie and unsigned artists
* Skills must include basic Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Internet research
* Exceptional interpersonal, communication, writing and organizational skills required
* Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
* Must be proactive, detailed oriented, and possess good follow-through while adhering to deadlines. Strong organizational skills are preferred
* Must be able to multitask and prioritize tasks sufficiently while working independently. Candidates must be reliable and have good time management skills
* Candidates must have experience handling confidential information
* Experience as a songwriter, performer, producer, engineer, etc is a plus Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
** EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
** We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.

Roc Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity,…