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Who We Are
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 award-winning human-first work for clients including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. In 2026, VML was named Campaign’s Global Network of the Year and ranked #2 Creative Network of the Year at Cannes Lions. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.Â
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.Â
For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on  LinkedIn #WeAreVML.
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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 our 2025 Summer Workshops & the Fall 2026 Cohort!
- Summer Workshops run between July 2026 and August 2026
- The Fall 2026 Cohort runs October 2026 – January 2027
- Applications must be submitted by September 2026 to participate in the fall cohort
- Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6 pm
- Volunteers are responsible for transportation to and from The Marquette Building
- Meals will be provided for all in-class volunteers
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.Â
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