Microsoft HR Rotation Program (HR2P)

During my transformative 12-week HR2P internship, I had the opportunity to conduct a career asset review, write a whitepaper on the 'Future of Career in a Hybrid Environment,' and build a strong network. One of the highlights of my experience was meeting Kathleen Hogan, Microsoft's CHRO. Exploring Microsoft's treehouses, touring the Inclusive Tech Lab, and having 60 one-on-one conversations provided me with a holistic understanding of Microsoft's culture and helped cultivate meaningful connections. The internship concluded with presentations to senior leadership and over 100 attendees. The support, mentorship, and camaraderie I experienced made my time at Microsoft truly remarkable. 

Embarking on the HR rotational program has been a transformative journey, offering the unique opportunity to explore and rediscover various facets of HR at a mid-career stage. This program has helped me identify and apply my existing skills to diverse scenarios and roles, while providing a thoughtfully designed, pseudo-tailored experience that ensures a positive employee experience. The program's emphasis on broad and deep networking within the HR space has been invaluable, fueling my professional growth. Additionally, meeting an HR2P community of diverse professional and personal backgrounds has enriched my journey, making it an essential part of my development. 

I came from a Talent Acquisition background but was ready for something new. I wanted to stay in HR and take on a more strategic role, though I wasn’t sure what that would look like. The HR2P program provided exactly that—a high-impact experience where I could explore the different flavors HR offers; all while being supported by a program that prioritizes my career growth. This program opened doors to areas I hadn’t considered. After 3 years, you'll have diverse experience and a vast network supporting you. 

As someone who had a strong interest but no previous experience in HR, my goal when applying for HR internships was to find programs that offered exposure to various disciplines within the field. Microsoft's HR2P program was a perfect fit. The challenging and impactful projects I led during my internship were supported by exceptional management, colleagues, and other HR2Pers. The connections and network I built over 12 weeks were memorable. Additionally, Microsoft’s culture made me feel like I had found the ideal workplace for myself. Together, these factors made HR2P the perfect choice to jumpstart my new HR career.  

The HR Rotation Program (HR2P) has been a unique differentiator in supporting my growth as a HR professional at Microsoft. From the 12-week internship to the 3 12-month rotations, the program created a unique experience where I was given meaningful and challenging work that had impact across the HR organization and within multiple business groups. Aside from the various roles I had in the program, I also leaned into the HR2P community of current HR2Pers, alumni, and program stakeholders to make the most of the experience. If you are interested in growing a career in HR in Tech, looking for a challenge, committed to learning, and can vibe with a culture rooted in growth mindset then the HR2P  experience could be the right opportunity for your next play.