Detroit Experience Studio (Student Application)

Detroit Experience Studio Student Application

About Us

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human-first award-winning work for blue-chip client partners, including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendys. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave Reports as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers.

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In addition, VMLs specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the worlds largest and most awarded health agencies. VMLs global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55 markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

You Belong Here

Detroit Experience Studio

Detroit Experience Studio is an immersive program where students are taught the ins and outs of working in a creative agency. Youll learn from professionals who work for some of the worlds most well-known brands about what it takes to succeed in this industry. Students are expected to come to each class ready to learn, contribute to their own and their groups work, and commit to being open and engaged throughout the 10-week cohort.

Application Requirements

• Applications must be submitted by January 30, 2026
• The Spring 2026 Cohort runs from March 3, 2026 - May 14, 2026
• Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6 pm
• Transportation to and from Hunt Street Station in Detroit and a meal will be provided for each student

What We Expect from You

• Be enrolled as a junior or senior in a Detroit high school
• Interested in art, design, writing, project management, or strategy
• Willing and able to learn as an individual and contribute as a group member
• Committed to attend two 2-hour classes in a 10-week cohort
• Ability to present work in class and in a client pitch

Design Experience

DES is an amazing opportunity for students to set a path toward college and a career. If youre ready to apply, send us your application.

Our Culture

We believe the best work happens when were together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. Thats why weve adopted a hybrid approach with teams in the office, an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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