Summer 2026 Essential Music Publishing Internship, Franklin, TN - Onsite

About Sony Music Entertainment

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We’ve played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We’ve nurtured some of music’s most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.

Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we’re committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.

PROGRAM DATES: The Summer semester will begin on Tuesday, May 26th and end on Thursday, August 13th. Interns are expected to start on this date as orientation is mandatory.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Applications will close on Saturday, January 31st at 6pm ET.

Please note that this internship application is for an on-site internship program – selected candidates will be expected to work on-site at our Franklin, TN office location.

Publishing Intern – Essential Music Publishing

Essential Music Publishing is where faith, innovation, and creativity meet, serving a roster of talented songwriters who shape the sound of worship music. As a Publishing Intern, you’ll gain experience in social media management, event coordination, song marketing, and brand development. This role is perfect for an independent thinker with a passion for organization and detail, offering insight into the inner workings of music publishing and how it supports artists and songwriters.

For more information on Essential Music Publishing, please visit the following site: https://essentialmusicpublishing.com/

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

Please review the following information. Proof of eligibility and acceptance of these terms will be required during the application process and during the mandatory background check process.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

In order to participate in our paid internship program, you must:

• Be enrolled in a matriculated program, in pursuit of an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate degree at an accredited institution and provide Official Transcript documentation of your degree progress.
• Be at least in sophomore class standing or above.
• Flexibility to work on-site in the Franklin, TN area. Our program thrives in a collaborative, in-office environment where creativity and teamwork are essential. Applicants must plan to be in a commutable distance to the location they are applying to over the duration of the program. Please note relocation assistance will not be provided, and applicants must independently make arrangements if needed.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.

Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.