Detroit Experience Studio (Volunteer Application)

VMLY&R (Inactive)

Detroit, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Consumer Branding, Content Providers, Customer Experience, Data Encryption Standard (DES), Dell Computers, Fast Food, International Marketing, LinkedIn, Marketing, Mentoring, Microsoft Product Family, Newsletter, Training/Teaching, VML (Vector Markup Language), Volunteer Experience
LOCATION
Detroit, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Detroit Experience Studio Volunteer 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, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services, and most recently Marketing Measurement & Optimization.

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 listed on the NYSE WPP. For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

You Belong Here

Detroit Experience Studio is an immersive program where students are taught the fundamental aspects of working in a creative agency. To make each cohort successful, the program relies on volunteers to support students both directly and indirectly. If you are interested in offering your time and talents to an upcoming cohort, please apply today.

Volunteer Needs

  • Youth Educator: lead and teach a class in your subject matter expertise area
  • Rotating Mentor: support a group of DES students throughout the cohort
  • Class Support: assist DES staff to manage and support student and classroom needs
  • Event Support: prep and/or day-of support for DES events

Volunteer Requirements

  • Available to volunteer for the required time period
  • Able to attend in-person unless remote support is an option
  • Complete additional background checks
  • Complete necessary training to work with and support students

We are looking for volunteers for the Fall 2025 Cohort

The Fall 2025 Cohort runs from October 21, 2025 - January 22, 2026. Applications must be submitted by September 26, 2025. Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6 pm. Volunteers are responsible for transportation to and from Hunt Street Station in Detroit. Meals will be provided for all in-class volunteers.

About the Program

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

We consider 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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