Intern, Advocacy & Public Policy

INTERNSHIP DETAILS Application deadline for students: 7/31/2026. Program dates: 9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026. The Advocacy & Public Policy Intern position pays county/state minimum wage rates, based on work location. WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR The Recording Academy Advocacy & Public Policy team is seeking a rock star student for a fall 2026 internship with our team. Candidates should be energetic, hard-working, and have aspirations of a career in the music industry. WHAT YOU'LL DO Internship duration is for a semester (12 weeks or equivalent). Hours are part-time (20-24 hours per week). Intern will work both remotely and in the office during regular business hours and will require a personal laptop. Projects include assisting with the Academy’s grassroots advocacy initiatives, outreach to congressional offices, legislative research, database management, and administrative office support. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Students must be currently enrolled in a college or university undergraduate or graduate program. One year of coursework toward a degree in a related field is preferred. Letter from school stating that the intern will receive college credit for the Recording Academy internship program. Display an interest in music and/or government and advocacy work. Possess strong verbal, written and analytical skills. Exhibit proficient computer and social media skills. Be a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time, and to work at a computer for long periods. The employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Recording Academy, its affiliates and the music industry have a strong culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. The Recording Academy makes intentional, courageous and principled decisions for stronger business outcomes and ensures that all creators and professionals live and work in a fair and safe environment. It is the Recording Academy's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Recording Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. The Recording Academy will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to the Recording Academy. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, recruitment, hiring, transfer, and social and recreational programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr