Music Lab Intern (Summer 2026)

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.

It’s no secret that we want to entertain the world. In order to do that we first must hire and develop the best people, starting with university students. 

Music is one of the most powerful tools we have as storytellers to emotionally connect our Netflix members to the story. At Music Lab, we support our Netflix titles by composing exceptional, cost-effective original music as an internal, highly-aligned global studio service that reduces operating friction, accelerates timelines and amplifies creative flexibility. Simply put, we create music for Netflix film and series titles with our network of diverse composers, artists, musicians and production talent around the world.

We are looking to host one intern on the Music Lab team during Summer 2026. As an intern, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting Music Lab’s music creation work and will participate in a program that provides training and development intended to give you the skill set necessary to become a strong candidate for future music composition & production positions across the film, tv, and entertainment marketing industries.

You do not need prior professional experience to apply - simply a love for creating music and storytelling; once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email inviting you to complete your application by filling out an Airtable form. You’ll also be asked to submit a 300-word-maximum statement of intent in the Airtable form (preferably in PDF format) within the form using the following prompt: 

First paragraph: Prompt Question

• What excites you most about working in music for film and television? 

Second Paragraph: Prompt Question/Statement

• At Netflix, we take it upon ourselves to think outside the box when coming up with creative solutions. Write about a time you creatively solved a problem, what you learned from that experience, and how you might apply those learnings to working at Netflix with Music Lab. 

This posting will be open for a very limited time and will be closed for new applications by February 6th, so if you’re interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Who are you?

• A currently enrolled student with authorization to work in the USA and an expected graduation date between December 2026 and May/June 2027, if undergrad (enrolled graduate students and PhD candidates will also be considered)

• Must reside in the Los Angeles area for the duration of the internship (relocation and housing support will be provided, if applicable)

• Have a love of composing, engineering and producing music

• Interested in the process of storytelling through music 

• Curious about the behind the scenes workflow of music composition and recording studio production

• Excited to support the end-to-end music creation lifecycle of a Music Lab project, from planning to production to finishing to delivery

• Experienced with DAWs (e.g. Pro Tools, Cubase, Logic), outboard gear, and studio environments

• Competent in Music Theory and the ability to talk in musical terms

• Knowledgeable in computers and have a familiarity with software applications such as Google Suite (e.g. Gmail, Docs, Sheets)

• A plus if you have any developer or coding skills

• Collaborative and able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Self-motivated and able to take initiative to work independently

• Ability to self-manage and organize high-volume workloads around tight deadlines

• Possesses solid oral and written communication skills

• Exercises good judgment and displays attention to detail 

• You enjoy real-time problem-solving involving logistics happening across multiple locations in multiple time zones 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and utmost discretion while being privy to sensitive information (from a different team)

What might you do?

• Recording Studio assistant:

  • Assist Composers and Engineers

  • Have hands-on experience in a functioning recording studio

  • Use and maintain state-of-the-art equipment

  • Work with Stereo, 5.1, 7.1, and Atmos content in both technical review and studio spaces

  • Learn the process of session preparation for different use cases (string quartets, single players, remote sessions, etc)

  • Help create final deliverables (final mixes, click tracks, stems etc)

• Composition:

  • See the creative process from start to finish, from brainstorms to creative briefs to making music and addressing revision requests

  • Gain understanding of the equipment and technology required to produce high quality work

  • Work with cutting edge AI music production tools

  • Participate in the innovative music creation process of Music Lab

• Participate in strategic discussions and have an opportunity to learn about the business side of the role

• Learn how to operate within the Netflix culture

The Summer Internship

At Netflix, we offer a personalized experience for interns, and our aim is to offer an experience that mimics what it is like to actually work here. We match qualified interns with projects and groups based on interests and skills, and fully embed interns within those groups for the summer. Netflix is a unique place to work and we live by our values, so it's worth learning more about our culture.

Internships are paid and are a minimum of 12 weeks, with a choice of a couple fixed start dates in June to accommodate varying school calendars. Conditions permitting, our summer internships in 2026 for Content will be located in our Los Angeles, CA, office.

At Netflix, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine the Intern top of market. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific internship team, degree, and years of education to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. 

The overall market range for Netflix Internships in Content is typically $20/hour - $40/hour.

This market range is based on total compensation (vs. only hourly rate), which is in line with our compensation philosophy. Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.