2026 Internship - The MLC Intern
Mechanical Licensing Collective
About this role
The organization is a purpose-driven company in the music industry that values collaboration and transparency. It offers an environment where team members are respected, valued for their unique skills, and empowered to tackle challenges while contributing to educational and professional growth.
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About Mechanical Licensing Collective
themlc.comThe Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) is the nonprofit organization designated under the U.S. Music Modernization Act to administer blanket mechanical licensing for interactive digital streaming and download services. The MLC collects, matches, and distributes mechanical royalties to songwriters, composers and publishers, operates and maintains a public musical works database, and manages unmatched royalties and dispute resolution. It also provides rights owners with registration tools, reporting, and a portal to claim works and track payments while working with digital service providers to improve accuracy, transparency, and timely royalty distribution.
Recent company news
Music Business WorldwideThe Mechanical Licensing Collective has distributed $3bn+ to songwriters and publishers to date
Oct 6, 2025
Music Business WorldwideMLC can file amended complaint in ‘bundling’ lawsuit against Spotify, court says
Sep 26, 2025
The Recording AcademyThe RESALE Amendment Act Takes Center Stage In Washington, D.C., Hearing
Feb 24, 2022
BillboardThe MLC Partners With 5 Data Matching Companies to Increase Royalties Match Rate
Dec 7, 2023
PodnewsThe MLC Launches New Podcast to Educate and Empower Music Creators
Jan 10, 2025
About Mechanical Licensing Collective
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$27k – $37k
per year