Earn as you learn Internships

Applications are closed for our 2025 Summer Program. 

Thanks to all that applied!

Send all questions to: earnasyoulearn@musiccolumbus.com

2025 Summer Program

  • Program Duration (8 weeks): June 2nd – July 28th
  • Application open: February 24th – March 17th
  • Interviews conducted (by mentor orgs): Month of April 
    • * If you are not directly contacted by April 11th for an interview you have not made it to the next round of the application process *
  • Selected interns notified by: April 28th
  • Program launch party (Lunch): Wednesday, May 28th
  • Program end (Lunch): Wednesday, July 23rd

*Fall Program application will available May 5th.*

2025 Summer Program Requirements

The mission of Music Columbus is to foster a community where people can prosper in the business of music while contributing to Columbus’ overall cultural and economic growth.

Music Columbus Earn As You Learn Program Overview:

An 8-week program for selected participants interested in job opportunities within the music business. The program offers specialized training through direct experience, working alongside mentors in the Columbus creative industry.

Who Can Apply? 

  • Individuals 18 years or older that have graduated high school by the start of the program
  • Live near or in Columbus
  • Who haven’t participated in the Earn As You Learn program before
  • Have excellent communication skills 
  • Have a strong attention to detail with good work ethic 
  • Is able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment 
  • Works well independently and as a team member 

If you are asked to interview, please note that interviews take place between April 1 – 25. If you are not contacted directly by an organization by April 11th, you have not made it to the interview stage.

If you’ve been selected to be interviewed, you will be contacted by April 28, 2025 with a decision regarding your application status.

Requirements:

  • Must participate in the full length of the program which starts June 2, 2025 and concludes July 28, 2025.
  • Must attend the Program launch lunch on May 28th (12 – 1:30PM EST – Location TBD)
  • Must attend the Program end lunch on Wednesday, July 23rd (12 – 1:30PM EST – Location TBD)
  • Must submit bi-weekly timesheets/invoices
  • Must submit bi-weekly reflections 
  • Must submit bi-weekly photos/videos showcasing internship experience

Compensation:

  • This program is a paid internship. This is part-time with a wage of $15 per hour, 20 hours per week for 8 weeks at a Columbus business. 

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

Employment is offered without regard to race, color, sex, age, height, weight, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, political belief or activity, or status as a veteran. The policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. It is the policy of Music Columbus to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Music Columbus does not discriminate against any qualified Employees or job applicants with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person’s physical or mental disability. Music Columbus makes reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all Employees or applicants with disabilities, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not require significant difficulty or expense.