WAM Los Angeles Internship Program

The WAM LA Internship program is widely recognized throughout the audio and music production industries for its exceptional training, immersive industry experiences, and strong career outcomes. Interns prepare to step into the next phases of their careers via training sessions and professional development workshops, connect with some of Southern California’s most innovative recording studios, music and live performance venues, production houses, creative technology companies, and audio professionals, and build sustaining community with cohort peers and the greater WAM community.

Through exclusive site visits, mentorship, and hands-on learning, interns build the skills and network needed to launch careers in audio. Alumni from this program have recently gone on to positions with such companies as KCRW, Boom Box Post, Squeak E. Clean, Eternal Research, Gold Diggers Sound, the LA LGBT Center, and more.

What You’ll Gain as a WAM Intern:

  • Build confidence, communication skills, and personal versatility to prepare for jobs in audio industries.
  • Develop interpersonal connections for industry networking and community support to create career pathways for future employment opportunities.
  • Gain hands-on studio training to prepare as entry-level engineering assistants or for other audio roles in live or studio work.
  • Learn how to teach and share audio skills and knowledge to further support the WAM mission.

IMPORTANT DATES:

2026 Fall Internship Period

  • Application Opens: June 30th, 2026
  • Application Closes: August 2nd, 2026
  • Internship Dates: September 24th – December 10th, 2026 (Tuesdays & Thursdays, approximately 10am-2pm)

Please check your calendar for availability on the required dates to be eligible for the internship.

Is this Internship a fit for you?

The Internship is recommended for those 18 years and older with a minimum of 1 year of audio education or equivalent experience. You must be a resident of the Los Angeles area at the time of applying.

All applicants must ensure that they are available for all the dates and hours required to fulfill the internship duties.

You must be pursuing a degree from an accredited college or University. Recent graduates (within 6 months of graduation) are eligible. WAM Academy students and recent graduates (within 6 months of graduation) are eligible.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.

Other requirements:

  • Support WAM’s mission to change the face of audio
  • Ability to work independently
  • Proficiency in operating a standard computer (Mac or PC)

REQUIRED SCHEDULE, TIME COMMITMENT, AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Intern Workshops: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Skills workshops, Professional development, and Industry tours.
  • Intern Virtual Activities: Flexible, can be completed on your own schedule.
  • Adult Education Classes: Support our education programs, classes, and events. We ensure you can support in a way that is manageable for your schedule.

Commitment of a total of 10-12 hours per week – in-person, virtually, and some evenings/weekends when classes, sessions, and events are scheduled.

Please note: Most programs and workshops will take place in the City of Los Angeles. Occasionally, we may have events in nearby areas.
WAM’s LA headquarters is located in the Historic Core neighborhood of Downtown Los Angeles.

ACTIVITY COMMITMENTS:

  • Engage in career development activities and shadowing opportunities with local Los Angeles audio industry leaders.
  • Participate in professional development workshops, studio sessions, and other hands-on training opportunities.
  • Assist with events as needed, which may include logistical support and setup.
  • Take initiative in learning and developing skills relevant to the audio industry

NOTE ABOUT EMPLOYMENT AND PAY:

This internship provides a stipend of $1,200 upon successful completion of the program, to cover transportation, materials, and other costs. While the stipend will be reported to the applicable state and federal tax agencies, this is not a paid position and does not constitute employment.