As a HR Business Program Management Intern, you will identify, define, and design opportunities to support and/or develop new programs or improve current programs. You will advocate for and demonstrate the value of the program through clearly defined metrics in order to gain buy in from stakeholders, partners and customers. You will monitor programs to ensure all activities align with program objectives and ensures program processes are executed efficiently including change management and/or program improvement efforts.

At Microsoft, Interns work on real-world projects in collaboration with teams across the world, while having fun along the way. You’ll be empowered to build community, explore your passions and achieve your goals. This is your chance to bring your solutions and ideas to life while working on cutting-edge technology.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

The program's primary goal is to foster greater inclusion within both our organization and the broader community. It offers people with disabilities an opportunity to enhance their technical and interpersonal skills, thereby equipping them with a competitive edge for future employment opportunities, both within and outside of Microsoft, upon completion of the program.

Participants will be assigned to project-based roles that contribute significantly to our business objectives and/or enhance current processes.

Please note that only individuals with disabilities are eligible to participate in this development program. If you are not part of this community, you are encouraged to explore other available roles on our recruiting page: careers.microsoft.com. People with disabilities are also welcome to apply for all other positions listed on careers.microsoft.com and undergo the standard hiring process.

Duration: 10 Months

Type of Employment: Internship

Start date: April/May 2025

Are you ready to join us and create the future? Come as you are, do what you love—start your journey with us today!.

Responsibilities

• Research & Analysis : Support program landscape research (internal & external market trends, employee feedback, business needs) to help shape HR strategies.

• Process Improvement: Assist in enhancing HR programs & operations, assessing different scenarios, and identifying optimal solutions.

• Strategy & Execution : Contribute to HR project planning and execution, supporting leadership in shifting priorities to align with new organizational initiatives.

• Performance Metrics & Insights: Learn how to define and track HR program success metrics (e.g., OKRs, KPIs) related to employee engagement, program adoption, and effectiveness.

• Collaboration & Communication : Work cross-functionally with HR, business teams, and leadership, gaining exposure to key HR disciplines.

Qualifications

• A student or recent graduate in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen interest in HR data & business trends.

• Excellent communication & collaboration skills to work across different teams.

• A proactive mindset with a passion for learning and growing in the HR space.

• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment and work on multiple initiatives.

• Must have at least one semester/term of school remaining following the completion of the internship.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .