Music Forward transforms lives, inspires careers and champions a more inclusive music industry. Focusing on young people from under-served communities, Music Forward sets the stage for success by providing workshops, showcases, scholarships, and internships to inspire the next generation of music industry leaders and innovators.
As part of our ongoing efforts to champion a more inclusive music industry, Music Forward is committed to providing opportunities within the music industry including internships, mentorship, and resources to grow professionally.
As a participant who has engaged in Music Forward programming, we welcome you to submit your resume to be considered for future opportunities with us and our partners.
Make an impact with Music Forward by joining our intern cohort! Build your professional network, skill set, and resume through formal and informal training sessions, tangible tasks and projects, and networking opportunities.
The following roles are open for application - all positions have a rolling review process (positions are open until filled) and are virtual:
- Artist Development
Music Forward is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any of employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Music Forward and Northwell have partnered to inspire and prepare the next generation of diverse live music industry leaders. Together, the organizations are providing once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for twelve (12) graduating high school seniors to explore and prepare for a career in live music.
This 7-week paid summer internship program will take place at one of Jones Beach's most iconic live entertainment venues.
The program bridges our community to the music industry. Participating youth will receive hands-on training, job shadow experiences, mentorship, and workshops focused on wellness and career-readiness.
Applications are accepted through May 31st. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Applications in draft form will not be accepted. Be sure to click the "Apply" button on your application in order to be considered for the opportunity.
Internship eligibility:
Must have graduated high school by June 2023
Age 18 by July 5, 2023
Available in Jones Beach between June 26-August 12, 2023
Provide contact information for one (1) professional reference
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Music Forward has joined forces with BMG to provide mentorship that will support the next generation of industry leaders, ages 18-24. BMG is a new kind of music company. Their mission is clear; to help artists and songwriters make the very most of their songs and recordings in the digital age. Selected participants will have an opportunity to be matched with a mentor from BMG and receive guidance and support to advance a project, develop skills, and build a network to turn passions to professions in the music industry.
- Format: Mentoring sessions will occur 1-2 times per month, in person and virtually, scheduled based on preference and availability of mentor and mentee. Sessions are typically 30 minutes to 1 hour long.
- Commitment: monthly meet-ups will happen in person, online, or by phone, plus two full-group, one-hour virtual events including a kick-off event on July 26th at 2 PM PST and a celebration event in mid-November.
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The 2023 LGBTQ+ Emerging Artist Award celebrates seeing you for you by providing 15 emerging artists from the LGBTQ+ community with a $10,000 award to support their creative journeys.
For the purposes of this opportunity, the definition of “emerging” is to support artists with some track record of creating and performing their music (not beginning artists), and artists who are not at a point in their careers where they receive consistent development and production opportunities, significant recognition, awards, and acclaim (not mid-career or established artists).
Eligible emerging artists must:
- Self-identify as LGBTQ+
- Be 18+
- Be in the early stages of their creative development, with 2-10 years of creating and performing
- Have a focused creative direction and goals, with evidence of developing their artistic “voice”
- Have yet to be substantially supported within the music industry, the media, or the public at large
- Are creating and performing original music that can be shared and viewed as part of the request for support. Body of work can be within a broad range of genres/styles
- Clearly articulate how the award will be used to support their artistic vision and goals
Music Forward will be evaluating applications on the following:
Breadth of body of work
Strength of body of work
Artistic vision
Articulation of award goals
Brand alignment*
*Artist brand should not impact negatively on the company and the reputation of its brand.
For questions or support, please contact info@musicforwardfoundation.org.
If you identify as a person with a disability, please let us know your accessibility needs and how we might best support your participation in this program.