Detroit Experience Studio (Student Application Fall '26)
Required skills
- Fall 2026 Cohort
- WPP Detroit Campus
- Transportation
- meal
- attend two 2-hour classes
- 10-week cohort
- present work in class
- client pitch
- college and a career
- fostering creativity
Nice to have
- creative agency
- well-known brands
- accommodations or flexibility
Role summary
This is an immersive program for high school juniors and seniors in Detroit interested in art, design, writing, project management, or strategy. The 10-week "Detroit Experience Studio" cohort, running from October 20, 2026, to January 21, 2027, offers students a chance to learn about the creative agency industry from professionals working with major brands. Classes are held twice weekly on the WPP Detroit Campus. Students are expected to be engaged, contribute individually and in groups, and present their work. The program aims to help students explore paths toward college and careers, emphasizing creativity, collaboration, and connection within a hybrid work model.
Who We Are
VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.
VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.
For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.
You Belong Here
Detroit Experience Studio is an immersive program where students are taught the ins and outs of working in a creative agency. You’ll learn from professionals who work for some of the world’s 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 group’s work, and commit to being open and engaged throughout the 10-week cohort.
We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2026 Cohort!
Here’s what we expect from you as a student:
DES is an amazing opportunity for students to set a path toward college and a career. If you’re ready to apply, send us your application!
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve 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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