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Our student programs are anything but conventional. You’ll be right at the heart of major projects, working with teams of passionate people and helping us to create the next awesome thing. What’s more, you’ll be making a real impact on our business, and the world. At Spotify, we’re not just offering internships – we’re building careers.
What we offer
Global Summer Internship Program
We offer a huge range of opportunities across our business, product and technical teams, and the chance to make a direct impact on how we amplify the voices of creators and inspire and entertain the world. Internship spots are available in multiple locations around the world.
Summer 2025 applications are coming! Keep an eye out for applications coming in early 2025.
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What is the duration of summer internships @ Spotify?
For the summer of 2025, internships will last for 10 weeks, beginning June 9th and ending on August 15th.
What locations will interns be based in this summer?
For our summer internships, we're only accepting interns who can join us in our offices in London, Stockholm and NYC. There is no option to participate in our Global Intern Program remotely this summer. To check the location for specific roles, have a look at the job descriptions when available.
What is the summer internship recruitment timeline?
Our 2025 internships will open in early 2025 and applications will be open for two weeks. We will evaluate all candidates after our application deadlines and our interview process will follow.
Who is eligible for the summer internship program?
Students graduating in 2025 and 2026, pursuing Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD degrees as well as bootcamp certifications.
Do you accept applications that are received after the application deadline?
We do not accept any applications that come in after our designated deadline.
Do I have to be referred by a Spotify employee to apply or be considered for an internship?
No, we make sure each candidate that applies gets full consideration in the process.
Can I apply for early career programming via email or LinkedIn messages?
We only accept applications via our official Spotify Jobs site. Please ensure you’ve submitted an application directly to an active posting.
Can I schedule an informational interview with a team member?
While we’d love to chat and meet the students who are passionate about joining Spotify, we are unfortunately unable to schedule pre-interview informational conversations. The best way to learn more is to submit your application officially, and be contacted via a recruiter.
Are summer internships rotational?
Our summer internships are not rotational. Rather, you are placed on one team which you will work with during the duration of your 10 weeks at Spotify.
Are Spotify internships paid?
Yes!
How can I stand out in my application and in the interview process?
Firstly, do your research and let us know why you are interested in Joining the Band! While not required, we love to see cover letters, portfolios and personal websites in addition to your resume to give us a better sense of who you are, your experience and what you are passionate about! Pay close attention to our different job descriptions and apply to only the ones that you are interested in and that align with your background!
If I want to get data and information for my research, what do I do?
You can find publicly available data at any of the following sites:
Can I interview someone from Spotify for my thesis?
Unfortunately, we are unable to schedule any interviews, share surveys across the company, or give out non-public information. There are however five different sites where you can get publicly available data and information from us where you can find out more about the topics you are interested in.
You can find publicly available data at any of the following sites:
Can I write my (bachelor/master) thesis at Spotify?
Currently, we do not have a formal master thesis program. Should you connect with a team via your own networking that is interested in working with you on your thesis, we will consider your proposal and connect with you on next steps. Currently, we do not accept master thesis proposals via email or via our recruitment team.
I’m in high school - can I intern at Spotify (if only for a few days)?
Unfortunately, we do not currently offer any internships for high school students.
Can I / my school / my students / my org visit a Spotify office?
Due to a high volume of requests, we are not currently taking any requests for office tours/visits.
What do you do to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging at Spotify?
Spotify’s committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the creators, artists, and consumers on the platform. We aim to empower our teams to do their best work. You can read more here about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
Still at school?
We’re thrilled you’re thinking of a career in our industry and are interested in all things Spotify. Whilst we’re not running any internships or programs for primary school or high school students right now, why not check out our Spotify for Developers site to learn more about our platform?
Go to Spotify for Developers