Earn as you learn Internships

2025 Fall Program

  • Program Duration (10 weeks): September 8th – November 17th
  • Application open: May 5th – May 26th
  • Interviews conducted (by mentor orgs): Month of July
  • Selected program interns notified by: August 4th
  • Program launch party (Lunch): Wednesday, September 3rd
  • Program end (Lunch): Wednesday, November 12th

Applications are closed for the Fall Program. Thanks to all who applied. 

 

Send all questions to: earnasyoulearn@musiccolumbus.com

2025 Fall 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:

A 10-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 have not 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 July 1 – 25. 

If you’ve been selected to be interviewed, you will be contacted by August 4, 2025 with a decision regarding your application status.

Requirements:

  • Must participate in the full length of the program which starts September 8, 2025 and concludes November 17, 2025.
  • Must attend the Program launch lunch on September 3rd (Time & Location TBD)
  • Must attend the Program end lunch on Wednesday, November 12th (Time & Location TBD)
  • Must volunteer at (1) Music Columbus Event: https://musiccolumbus.com/volunteer/
  • Must submit bi-weekly timesheets/invoices
  • Must submit bi-weekly reflections & photos/videos showcasing internship experience

Compensation:

  • This program is a paid internship. This is part-time with a wage of $15 per hour, 40 hours per bi-weekly pay period for 10 weeks at a Columbus business through Music Columbus. 

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.