Spotify’s “The Opening Act” HBCU Giving Students an Opportunity to Work Receive Music Industry Mentorship

Spotify, one of the world’s leaders in the music streaming services industry, is looking to give students who attend HBCUs an opportunity to work in the music industry. The Opening Act HBCU Conference is a two-day symposium for freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors attending HBCUs who are interested in the music-tech and media industries and want to connect with executives within the industry.

The Opening Act will give these students a first-hand look at what a career path in the music industry looks like, they will gain valuable insight from actual leaders and cultivators in the industry, and they will learn how to achieve the goals they have set to work within the business. In addition, they will get a chance to network with other students from across the nation as they merge onto one of the most influential musical cities in the world, New York City.

If you are selected, your travel will be provided by Spotify. The dates of the event are October 6-7 in New York, New York. The application process is easy, you must be currently enrolled at an ACCREDITED HBCU, send your resume, and compose a 250 word response to the question, “What does the power of music mean to culture or you?” – log on HERE to apply. The deadline is 11:59 pm EST, Monday September 19, 2016.

Good luck Students!