Spring 2026 Public Relations Internship Program: Microsoft Commercial and Consumer Experience

Are you a passionate communicator looking to kick off your career in public relations? Do you want to be on the frontier of cutting-edge technology and help premier brands reach their audiences in impactful and meaningful ways?  

We. interns experience the best in technology communications, gain firsthand experience working with Fortune 500 companies, and have an opportunity to secure a full-time role at the agency following the program.  

The 16-week Spring 2026 internship program (Monday, March 9, through Friday, June 26) is a paid, full-time internship ($22 an hour) designed to provide valuable experiences that build a strong communications foundation for entry-level employees. 

Interns receive customized industry and agency training, individualized coaching and feedback, and networking opportunities with peers and agency leadership. Additionally, interns have the chance to develop a sense of belonging with a cohort of peers, via one-on-one mentorship and/or the agency’s Employee Resource Groups.  

As an intern on the Microsoft Commercial and Consumer Experience account, you’ll blend research, writing, and outreach across Modern Work, and consumer-facing AI, software, and hardware offerings. Day-to-day, you’ll conduct industry landscape and trend research, draft news announcements, and execute media and social outreach to showcase Microsoft’s leadership in productivity, and consumer technology. 

Eligible interns must work Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and commute to the office every Tuesday, Wednesday, and one other day of your choice each week (note: your team may have additional requirements). Candidates must be within commuting distance to one of the following offices: 

• Bellevue, WA  


• Portland, OR


• New York, NY


• San Francisco, CA

Applications close Sunday, Jan. 18, at 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. Resumes received after that date will be considered for future programs. 

Responsibilities

Your opportunities include: 

• Understand the significance of strategic communication in achieving clients' business objectives. 

• Discover our strategies for building client relationships and engaging with influencers through effective communication. 

• Build your media relations skills and develop the ability to recognize significant and emerging trends for clients. 

• Understand clients’ products, communication plans, and the team’s strategies and tactics to help clients connect with their target audiences.  

• Collaborate with the We. team to address client inquiries, manage editorial and analyst requests, develop compelling story concepts, pitch stories to journalists, and strategize for significant events. 

• Assist in the organization and coordination of press activities, including press tours, analyst tours, and on-site visits. 

• Support the development and distribution of news and announcements across various media platforms. 

• Develop a deep sense of teamwork with colleagues across regions using Microsoft Teams technology.  

• Report on relevant coverage and share insights into cultural trends.  

• Although functions and responsibilities may vary based on the specific team assignment, the agency is committed to providing an internship experience that is creative, dynamic, fulfilling, and consistent. 

• Job placement at the agency is not guaranteed upon completing the internship program.