Universal Music Group 2026 Summer Internship Business & Legal Affairs Opportunities (Multiple Locations CA, NY, FL)
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Job Location:
Santa Monica, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 15 - 25
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music 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 betweenSpring 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 hoursper week(based on individual business area)
Note:Therearemultiple job descriptions listed below. Please read carefully. Applications will bereviewedearly Spring 2026.
2026 Summer Internship Program Dates: June 8th 2026- August 14th 2026
Business & Legal Affairs-Interscope Capitol(Onsite:CA):
HowYoullCREATE:
The IGA and CMG Business & Legal Affairs departmentsare responsible forall business and legal aspects of the labels. There are 5 attorneys based in Santa Monica and 5attorneysbased in Hollywood. This does not include the department head who oversees both teams and works outofthe Santa Monica and Hollywood offices throughout the week. The attorneys will guide the interns through legal assignments and projects.Candidatesmust be enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Contractual research
Draft and redlineassignmentsthat mayincludeLODs NDAsand tolling agreements
Review and drafting artist agreements
Attend meetings
Review content for IP and clearance issues
Ideal candidates will have:
Superior analytical and writing skills and ability
Comfortable working and researching independently
Redliningexperiencea plus
Business & Legal Affairs-UMLE(FONO) Bilingual (English/Spanish)(Onsite:CA):
HowYoullCREATE:
The intern will support the Business & Legal Affairs team for FONO in the U.S.assistingattorneys with the review tracking and organization of artistsproducersand label agreements.Candidates must be enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Drafting basic legal documentsreviewingand processing product release approvals
Maintaining contractdatabases andproviding general administrative and research support
The role offers exposure to the day-to-day legal and business operations of a major record label and the opportunity to learn directly from experienced in-house counsel
Ideal candidates will have:
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft and edit legal or business correspondence clearly and accurately
Familiarity with contract terminology and basic legal concepts (e.g. rights management licensing IP confidentiality)
Bilingual fluency in English andSpanishwith the ability to review and interpret legal documents in both language
Business & Legal Affairs-UMLE Bilingual (English/Spanish)(Onsite:FL):
HowYoullCREATE:
Candidates must be enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Maintain guest artist records for UMLE artists including: (i) liaising with third parties and managing participation requests; (ii) coordinating approvals of participationsinternally; (iii) tracking all participations (external and internal) via a digital database
Create and manage centralized artist rosters and artist contactsheetsfor UMLE labels
Helpmaintainand update various internal contract databases and spreadsheets of all artist agreements and related rights
Support BA with option tracking/exercising deal termination processes
Conduct general legal and contractual research asrequired; review music agreements amendments and related documents as requested by BA A&R/Admin Finance etc. and prepare ad hoc contract summary reports and memos
Assistwith non-publishing matters (i.e. reviewing master-use & synch licenses and draft and issuing same upon request)
Review and analyze chain of title documents to confirm necessary transfer of rights for applicable exploitation as well as prepare written analysis toidentifyissues (if any)
Review and analyze video footage toidentifyclearance issues including product placementtrademarkand copyright matters
In the event ofoverflowassistin reviewing and interpreting audio and video checklists and related documents to check for legal issues and accuracy
Participate in department discussionsregardingbest practices standardlanguageand policiestoenable drafting consistency and improve workflow/streamline processes
Ideal candidates will have:
Experience with contracts
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish with the ability to review and interpret legal documents in both languages
Business & Legal Affairs-UMLE Bilingual (English/Spanish)(Onsite:FL):
HowYoullCREATE:
The legal department provides practical cross-disciplinary support throughout the music production process. Our team negotiates and drafts agreements releases and other legal documents to secure all necessary rights for creating and exploiting sound recordings and related materials. We alsoidentifypotential legal risks and advise on strategies to mitigate them. As part of a Latin label the departmentworks closely with Spanish-speaking artists and teams offering a unique opportunity to develop cultural awareness and interpersonal skills in a dynamic international environment.Candidatesmustbe enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Research and interpret contracts and other legal documents
Assistattorneys in drafting and reviewing a variety of legal agreements
Support senior attorneys in managing and responding to legal claims and inquiries
Help clear rights for the release of recorded products
Maintain records in UMGs contract data management system
Ideal candidates will have:
Basic knowledge of music law music industry intellectual property and record label issues
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish with the ability to review and interpret legal documents in both languages
Must be adept at drafting agreements
Business & Legal Affairs-UMPG(Onsite:CA):
HowYoullCREATE:
The Business & Legal Affairsintern position is designed to provide hands-on experience and exposure to a career as a member of a Business & Legal Affairs team. The person in this position will provide a wide spectrum of support to corporate/transactional attorneysas well as non-attorney teams which also make up the department.Candidatesmustbe enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Review and summarize contracts
Redline various publishing agreementscorrespondenceand other documents
Draft standard form letters and other legal documents
Research assigned topics such as significant changes in music trendsnew musicapplicationsand digital platforms among other topics.
Assistin record keeping and data management for non-attorney teams
Attend weekly meetings and phone calls with supervising attorneys
Interact with other departments based on department needs and tasks
Ideal candidates will have:
Self-starterskills;take initiative andberesourceful; take ownership of tasks and projects
Solid collaboration and interpersonal skills
Sound problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Business & Legal Affairs-Litigation Corporate(Onsite:CA):
HowYoullCREATE:
TheLitigationdepartment handlesclaimson behalf of and against the various UMG businessunits andprovides advice and counseling on legal questions as they arise.Candidatesmust be enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Legal research and writing
Research into ownership/control of assets and the use by third parties of our works
Research into the background of disputes that we may want to assert or are brought against us
Ideal candidates will have:
Strongresearch and analytical skills
Business & Legal Affairs-IT Legal(Onsite:NY):
HowYoullCREATE:
TheCorporateTransactionalLegal teamis responsiblefora variety of commercial contractsmainly ITtransactionseCommerceandSupply Chain.Candidatesmust be enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Reviewing and redlining agreements
Researching legal issues
Updating templates
Business & Legal Affairs-Transactional(Onsite:CA):
HowYoullCREATE:
Our team handles all central business and legal affairs for UMG ranging from rights management artist-related matters enterprise deals for IT datadistributionand other related matters.Candidatesmust be enrolled as a full-time law student (2L or 3L preferred).
Reviewing documents
Researching rights in our historical agreements
Summarizing relevant documents
Drafting brief agreements
Depending on competency anddemonstratedcomprehension the intern may be able to handle more complex review/research and drafting
Ideal candidates will have:
Ability to issue-spot potential legal issue
Ability to think creatively about problem solving
Have some sense of business as this is not a purely legal team
Business & Legal Affairs-Digital(Onsite:CA):
HowYoullCREATE:
Digital Business Affairs handlesall ofthe digital content deals for UMGs full catalog of sound recordings and music videos.
Reviewingand summarizingcontracts;may be asked to help with our implementation of AI tools
Testingout digital music services and social media appstodescribe the relevant features and functionality for music uses
Ideal candidates will have:
Strong reading comprehension skills
Interest in technology and digital media
Strong interpersonal skills
Bring Your VIBE(ALL ROLES):
Strong attention to detail
Strong organizational skills and efficiency
Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines in fast- paced high-pressure environments
High levelof integrity
Discretion in handling confidential information
Professionalism in dealing with senior professionals inside and outside the company
A can-do attitude
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (WordExcel PowerPoint)
Self-starter
Excellent communication skills
Eager to learn
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Category:
InternshipsSalary Range:
$15-$25 per hourThe 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.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Universal Music Group is the world’s leading music company. We own and operate a broad array of businesses in more than 60 countries.
