Early in profession

Microsoft early in profession experience

Photo of Student holding papers
  • Because growth matters

    Microsoft's Early in Profession experience is a launchpad for dreamers and doers. Here, every opportunity — whether you’re coming from school, a bootcamp, are self-taught, or transitioning careers — invites you to explore the frontiers of technology and leadership. As you embark on this journey, you'll discover not just a job, but a calling that aligns with your deepest aspirations and empowers you to leave a lasting impact on the world. Join us, and let your journey of transformation and impact begin.

Internship Programs

  • Photo of Microsoft intern

    Global University Internships

    At Microsoft, our interns work on projects that matter – and your team will rely on your skills and insights to help deliver those projects to market. This is your chance to bring your solutions and ideas to life while working on cutting-edge technology. We offer internships in all job families and solution areas, and it’s open to current students in Bachelor’s, Master’s, MBA, PhD programs.

  • Photo of Microsoft intern

    Discovery Program

    The Discovery Program is a unique opportunity for students who are passionate about technology and want to make a positive impact on the world and society. This four-week internship is open to rising first-year students college students, based in Redmond, Washington or Atlanta, Georgia. Participants will work on a real project, learn from Microsoft employees and mentors, and explore different career paths in tech. 

  • Photo of Microsoft Explore program participants

    Explore Program

    Created for first- and second-year college students, Explore Microsoft is a 12-week summer internship that lets you try out different software engineering roles.

  • Photo of Microsoft interns

    PhD, MBA, JD internships

    If you're pursuing a PhD, MBA, or JD and want to explore what it's like to work at Microsoft, look no further. We host PhD, MBA, and JD interns throughout our teams. Our PhD, MBA, and JD interns are active, contributing members to our  community. No matter what route you take, come work on meaningful, innovative projects that add to our company's success.

  • Photo of Microsoft interns

    Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs (CELA) internships

    The Microsoft Legal Intern Program is an extraordinary opportunity for aspiring legal professionals to cultivate their careers within one of the world's leading technology companies.

Rotation Programs


  • HR Rotation

  • Finance Rotation

  • Cloud Supply Chain Rotation
  • Our HR rotation program is a 3-year program that fosters learning and growth in the HR profession and helps you jumpstart your career.

  • Our Microsoft Finance Rotation Program (FRP) is a two-year program comprised of four, 6-month rotations, split across core finance functions. Kick-start your career in finance with a rotation in corporate functions, production/engineering finance, sales finance and more.

  • SCORE is a three-year career experience designed to provide emerging talent with an unparalleled journey through end-to-end cloud supply chain operations. Over three one-year rotations, participants will partner with and learn from our teams while building skills and supply chain acumen to accelerate their career growth.

  • Photo of Microsoft employees having video meeting
  • Photo of Microsoft employees working together
  • Photo of Microsoft employees in discusion
  • Photo of Microsoft employees having video meeting

    Our HR rotation program is a 3-year program that fosters learning and growth in the HR profession and helps you jumpstart your career.

  • Photo of Microsoft employees working together

    Our Microsoft Finance Rotation Program (FRP) is a two-year program comprised of four, 6-month rotations, split across core finance functions. Kick-start your career in finance with a rotation in corporate functions, production/engineering finance, sales finance and more.

  • Photo of Microsoft employees in discusion

    SCORE is a three-year career experience designed to provide emerging talent with an unparalleled journey through end-to-end cloud supply chain operations. Over three one-year rotations, participants will partner with and learn from our teams while building skills and supply chain acumen to accelerate their career growth.

Inclusion Programs

  • Photo of Microsoft employee at computer

    Neurodiversity

    We built the Microsoft Neurodiversity Hiring Program on the belief that neurodivergent individuals strengthen a workforce with innovative thinking and creative solutions. Diverse teams positively impact our company culture, working environment and how we serve our customers. 

  • Photo of Microsoft intern

    Leap

    At Microsoft, we know there are many pathways into the technology industry and into our organization. We're constantly looking for new ways to create unconventional entry points for talent and leverage the skills and experiences of talent from outside the traditional academic paths.

  • Photo of Microsoft employee giving lecture

    MSSA

    Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA) provides transitioning service members and veterans with critical technical and career skills required for today’s growing technology industry.

  • Photo fo students

    Student Veterans

    Microsoft offers internships and onboarding programs for student veterans who are working toward a degree in a STEM field. 

  • Photo of Microsoft employees in datacenter

    Datacenter Pathways

    Microsoft Datacenter Pathways

    Datacenters are the backbone of modern technology—massive warehouses filled with thousands of interconnected servers, running 24/7. Behind it all are our Datacenter Operations teams, made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds, like you, ensuring everything stays operational. It’s routine work with a remarkable impact.

    Learn more about our Datacenter Pathways

     

    Microsoft Datacenter Academy

    The Datacenter Academy empowers individuals to thrive in cloud computing, IT, and critical environments. This initiative offers a comprehensive pathway to employment in these rapidly expanding fields, providing skills for the future of technology.

    Learn more about the Microsoft Datacenter Academy 

  • Microsoft Aspire Experience

    We believe that Microsoft is a place for exploration, creativity, innovation, and professional growth. Microsoft Aspire Experience is an onboarding experience, designed to equip, develop, and empower those who join Microsoft after graduating from undergraduate school and MBA programs.

Photo of employee on tablet
  • Microsoft Aspire Experience

    We believe that Microsoft is a place for exploration, creativity, innovation, and professional growth. Microsoft Aspire Experience is an onboarding experience, designed to equip, develop, and empower those who join Microsoft after graduating from undergraduate school and MBA programs.

Photo of employees
  • Early in Profession opportunities

    Congratulations on earning your degree! Now it’s time to take your first steps into your career and apply your talents in the real world. Are you ready to play a crucial role in the success of a high-tech global leader? Would you like to participate in an inspiring, world-class program?

    Microsoft offers full-time graduate roles across various fields in business and engineering, allowing you to start applying your skills right away. We understand the importance of finding a position where your talents can shine, your interests can expand, and your passions can inspire those around you.

     

    Explore recent graduate job opportunities with Microsoft!

Global Programs

  • Photo of students working togehter

    Student Ambassador

    We are looking for student leaders with a passion for making a difference and sharing technology with their peers.

  • Photo of students walking and talking

    Imagine Cup

    Compete in the premier global technology competition for student founders and tuen your innovative idea into a market-ready startup with Microsoft AI technologies. Gain access to network opportunities, global recognition, and expert coaching during the competition to accelerate your own startup.  Register today! 

     

Resources to help you on your journey to Microsoft

  • Image of computer monitor and world behind it

    Learn tech skills through top universities

    Explore modules and learning paths from universities like Carnegie Mellon University, University of Oxford, and UC Berkeley to prepare you for a career in cloud.

  • Image of person climbing stairs

    Diverse perspectives fuel innovation

    Join a community that encourages everyone to bring their full and best selves to work each day.

     

  • image of group of people

    Microsoft culture in action

    Our culture leads us to find ways to help people do ordinary, and sometimes extraordinary, things.

  • Image of medical bag

    Perks and benefits

    Empowering our employees to be more than the work they do each day. At Microsoft, we work to ensure essential benefits are available globally.  

  • Early in Profession interview Tips

    Explore our tips and tricks to help you prepare for your interview. Many of our roles will have different interview objectives, so we have many resources to help you understand the process and prepare better.

Early in Profession Stories worth telling

Our interns and graduates are accomplishing great things. Learn about their personal goals and achievements–and how Microsoft has helped them grow.
  • Skyline photo

    Stepping stones for a career in technology

    Alan reflects on his experience and shares his learnings after a year at Microsoft.

  • Photo of Microsoft intern

    My Microsoft internship journey

    Hear from alums of the past interns about their Microsoft experience.

  • Photo of Microsoft interns

    The truth about being a Microsoft Intern

    Read how Marie, from Singapore, breaks myths of being an intern at Microsoft.

     

  • Photo of Microsoft employee Marcus

    My career checkpoint at Microsoft

    Marcus reflects and shares his experience of being an intern, and then joining full time.

     

Life at Microsoft

  • Photo of woman with pet dog

    Benefits

    Explore Microsoft’s world-class benefits designed to help you and your family live well.

  • Photo of 2 women working togethter on laptops

    Culture

    We will only achieve our mission if we live our culture, which starts with applying a growth mindset.

  • Photo of woman doing sign language

    Diversity and inclusion

    We are committed to celebrating the diversity around us and its power to drive us forward together.

  • Photo of man doing Teams call on laptop

    Flexible work

    At Microsoft, we value flexibility as part of our hybrid workplace so that you can feel empowered to do your best work.