Artist Relations Internship CLOSED

Artist Relations Internship

For the 2026 Midterm Election cycle, HeadCount will be operating a six month internship session from June 1st to November 30th. This internship includes a $3000 stipend, paid out monthly over the course of the internship, with an estimated workload of 15 hours per week, during the eastern time business hours of 10 AM – 6 PM. Our office is located in the Garment District of Manhattan. We offer both remote and in person internships.

This is an excellent opportunity to hone your strategic operation skills while gaining valuable and high-profile experience in the political, music, or nonprofit arenas. Join us at HeadCount for an internship that bridges your passion for music and civic engagement. Gain hands-on experience, make a meaningful impact, and contribute to our dynamic and growing organization. This program is designed to provide interns with growth-oriented experiences, enabling them to take on increasing responsibility. Many of our interns have been offered and accepted full-time positions with HeadCount and others have landed jobs within the music industry and at other non-profits.

Artist Relations Interns will work with artist’s managers, labels, venues, and media outlets to help spread the message about voter registration and the HeadCount organization. Our AR interns get first hand experience on the front lines. Learn how the music industry works overall & make a ton of new connections.

Responsibilities

• Manage research & record label contacts for artists
• Suggest artist partners that would be a good fit for HeadCount by reaching and tracking social media accounts
• Assist AR managers with artist outreach emails
• Assist AR managers with advance details for tours including adding tour dates & info to our site for our volunteer teams
• Assisting AR managers with external partner calls
• Attend and take notes during calls and internal meetings
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

• Interest in Music Business as a career
• Some background in digital, events, or media
• Enthusiasm
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Strong operational, organizational, & communication skills
• Must supply own laptop