While our available ETA placements and participating businesses vary each semester, our commitment remains the same: to welcome talented and passionate individuals with a variety of skills and experiences to WMG.

Whether you are interested in A&R, Marketing, Content Protection, Business & Legal Affairs, Sync, Videography, Graphic Design, Promotions, Publicity, Finance, or Data Analytics, to name a few, the Emerging Talent Associate Program has an exciting opportunity for you!

Recruitment for the ETA Program is conducted on a rolling basis, so we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best shot at landing a role! When filling out the application, a resume is required, along with written & video responses to some short answer questions. Your application is a chance for us to get to know the person behind the resume, so be sure to make your responses shine! Our Talent Acquisition team personally reviews every response, so use this opportunity to share your most authentic self. We can’t wait to learn more about you and your story!

Our program continues to evolve to meet the needs of the business, so be sure to bookmark this page and check here for updates. Connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn to be the first to know when applications are live each semester!

• Spring Semester: November – January (program begins in January)
• Summer Semester: March – April (program begins in June)
• Fall Semester: July – August (program begins in September)

*Please note these timelines are subject to change.

The Warner Music Group ETA Program is highly competitive, receiving thousands of applications each semester. We’re seeking passionate, committed, and curious individuals who are ready and eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to the future of the music industry. We look forward to personally reviewing your application for this fantastic opportunity!

Tips for a Competitive Application:

Show Us the Real You

• Your application is a chance to show us who you are beyond your resume. Use this opportunity to share your unique experiences, passions, and why you’re a great match for a placement within the ETA Program.

• This is your moment to stand out. Don’t be afraid to get creative and showcase your personality and potential in your responses!

Effort & Attention to Detail Go a Long Way

• Take your time reviewing the instructions and responding to each question. By giving yourself the space to be thoughtful, you’ll ensure you have the best opportunity to present yourself and your unique skills and experiences.

• Be sure to proofread your responses. Submitting error-free responses is a crucial way to show our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers that you have a strong attention to detail, which is a key quality we look for in every candidate.

• The time and effort you invest in your application are a direct reflection of your interest. Thoughtful, well-written, and personalized answers show us that you’re serious and passionate about this opportunity.

Tips for a Successful Interview:

First and foremost, congratulations! The hard work you put into your application has paid off and earned you an interview with our team! We know this can be a big and intimidating step, so we’ve put together the below tips to help you through the process and feel more confident, comfortable, and prepared. 

What Does the Interview Process Look Like?

• With all of the various opportunities available across the business, we couldn’t possibly have one standard interview process that would adequately cover the needs for all of our amazing hiring managers. With that being said, each of our managers has thoughtfully created their interview process to meet their individual needs.

• If you have been selected to interview with the team, the hiring manager will reach out to you directly and provide you with the details of their particular interview process.

• While each interview process is unique, candidates can expect to participate in at least one interview. Interviews may be held in person or virtually, and may consist of a 1:1 interview with the hiring manager and/or a panel interview with additional team members.

How to Prepare for Your Interview

• Identify how your unique skills and experiences will contribute to the team’s success and what specific value you would bring to the role
  • Be ready to talk about why you are interested in the role as well as WMG as a whole. We encourage you to explore your answers to the following questions:
    • What is unique about this opportunity? 
    • What makes you the best match for the opportunity? 
    • How does this opportunity align with your long-term career goals?
  • Research your interviewer(s) by looking into their professional background on LinkedIn
    • Consider what their current role is and how it fits into the company architecture.
• Familiarize yourself with WMG and our labels
  • Read up on our Code of Conduct, latest Impact Report, company culture, candidate experience, etc.
  • Come prepared with your resume and portfolio (if applicable) along with questions to ask the team during your conversations. 
  • Your interview is an opportunity for the team to get to know you, but also for you to get to know the team as well
• During the interview
  • To help you shine during your interview, we encourage you to put your best foot forward! Here are some key suggestions to keep in mind as you prepare: 
    • Practice active listening
    • Be honest
    • Ask meaningful questions
• After the interview
  • Take a moment to self-assess
    • Following the interview, jot down a few notes. What questions did you feel you answered well? Were there any questions that caught you off guard? What did you learn about WMG, the team, or the ETA role that stood out to you? This reflection process helps you learn from the interview experience and strengthen your professional toolkit.
  • Practice patience
    • After an interview, it’s natural to feel excited while you wait for a response. The hiring process often involves multiple stages and can take some time. If you haven’t heard back by the date the team mentioned, a single, polite follow-up email after one week is a great way to reinforce your enthusiasm and show you’re still interested.
  • Don’t be discouraged
    • The ETA Program is a highly competitive program with a large volume of talented candidates and a limited amount of available placements. If you don’t land a placement this semester, we strongly encourage you to apply again for future semesters.

On behalf of the Early Careers team at WMG, we wish you the best of luck throughout your candidacy and hope to be able to welcome you into our next cohort!