Creative Program Intern at Hopeless Records' Youth Non-profit

Fall 2026 academic internship for students seeking school credit through real-world nonprofit experience. Open to students 18+ enrolled in a college or university internship program. September 1 - December 4, 2026. Hybrid, Los Angeles area.

About HMA

Hopeless Music Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing tuition-free music and music business education to under-resourced youth ages 12-17 in Los Angeles, at zero cost to students and families.

What You'll Gain

• Direct mentorship from Program Director Rheanna 'caedance' Lauren
• Hands-on experience co-teaching or mentoring students in music (instrument instruction, vocal coaching, DAW/production, or music business topics)
• Exposure to grants, outreach, and social media work across a real, growing nonprofit
• Portfolio-building work relevant to music education, music business, social work, or nonprofit management
• In-person time with our LA team and direct experience with our students
• Expanded network in LA's nonprofit and music industry space

Objective

Build practical, cross-functional nonprofit skills across the semester, with an emphasis on music instruction and mentorship as sessions come online, alongside grants, outreach, and social media support.

Responsibilities

Tasks will shift throughout the semester depending on programming needs. At different points, you may be:

• Co-developing and teaching lessons on music or music business topics with support from the Program Director
• Serving as a teaching assistant or mentor during youth programming sessions
• Researching grant opportunities and supporting application materials
• Supporting community outreach and partnership-building strategy
• Contributing to social media content and posting
• Supporting day-to-day program logistics, scheduling, and student needs
• Assisting with parent and family communications
• Supporting location/site liaison duties
• Providing general administrative support

Requirements

• Must be willing to do a Live Scan, Mandated Reporter Training, and drug test during onboarding
• Musical skill or teaching/mentorship experience (instrument, vocals, production, or music business) is helpful
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Comfortable and confident working with youth ages 12-17
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable with independent research
• Comfortable in a small, fast-moving startup-style environment

Schedule

8-15 hours/week, flexible based on school requirements. English required, Spanish helpful.