Fall 2026 Public Relations Internship Program: Microsoft Corporate, External and Legal Affairs (CELA)
We. CommunicationsAbout the role
About Us
At We., we've spent decades at the intersection of technology and humanity, bridging the gap between what businesses create and how people experience those creations. We've learned that beneath even the most unruly situations — whether it's a global crisis, an emerging technology, or a sweeping organizational change—lies a simple human need. That need could be for trust, connection, safety, or a sense of purpose. But it’s always there. And it is only by uncovering these truths that we can make real, meaningful progress.
About the Role
Are you a passionate communicator looking to start your career in public relations? Do you want to be at the forefront 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 the opportunity to secure a full-time role at the agency after the program.
The 16-week Fall 2026 internship program (Monday, August 24, through Friday, December 11) 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. They also have the chance to develop a sense of belonging with a cohort of peers through one-on-one mentorship and the agency’s employee resource groups.
As a Microsoft CELA intern, you will support work that shapes and protects the company’s reputation by advancing communications and programs across issues like sustainability, accessibility, public policy, responsible AI, privacy and security, and community impact. Interns research, analyze media trends, support client work, and build strategic skills to manage reporter inquiries and coverage.
Eligible interns must work Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and commute to the office every Tuesday, Wednesday and one other day of their choice each week. Note: Teams may have additional requirements. Candidates must live within commuting distance to the following office:
- Bellevue, WA
Applications close Sunday, July 12, at 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. Resumes received after that date will be considered for future programs.
Responsibilities
- Understand the significance of strategic communication in achieving clients’ business objectives.
- Discover strategies for building client relationships and engaging with influencers through effective communication.
- Build 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 organizing and coordinating 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
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