Universal Music Group 2026 Summer Internship Program: Global Technology - Office of the CIO

Posted:
4/23/2026, 1:12:35 AM

Location(s):
Santa Monica, California, United States ⋅ California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

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)  

2026 Summer Internship Program Dates: June 8th, 2026- August 14th, 2026 

The Global Technology Operations Intern will support the planning, coordination, and execution of technology-related activities across multiple mergers and acquisitions within Universal Music Group’s Global Technology organization. This role is ideal for a student interested in technology, project management, process design, or business operations who wants hands-on exposure to large-scale integration work in a fast-paced, global environment.  The intern will assist with several key workstreams that sit at the intersection of technology, business operations, and cross-functional coordination. The role combines structured project support, data analysis, documentation, and the development of scalable processes and tools used across active and upcoming integrations.

How You'll Create:

  • Support core operational, technology, and coordination activities by helping maintain project trackers, update timelines, prepare meeting materials, and document action items across multiple workstreams.
  • Assist with data and reporting by compiling non sensitive information, updating visuals for leadership decks, tracking progress against key milestones, and creating simple dashboards that improve visibility and organization.
  • A major component of the role includes helping build and maintain a centralized SharePoint portal that houses templates, guides, processes, and reference materials in a clear, user friendly format.
  • Support Chief of Staff operations by coordinating agendas, capturing discussions, organizing documentation, and helping streamline communication and team processes.

Bring Your Vibe:

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including organizing data, building visuals, and structuring clean presentations.
  • Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to summarize discussions, create clear documentation, and prepare concise updates for leadership.
  • Strong organizational and project coordination abilities, including managing multiple tasks, tracking action items, and maintaining structured documentation.

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:

$18-$20 per hour

The 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.

Universal Music Group Careers

Website: https://www.universalmusic.com/

Headquarter Location: New York, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1996

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Audio Recording and Production ⋅ Media and Entertainment ⋅ Music ⋅ Publishing