Discovery Program: Internship Opportunities for High School Seniors, Atlanta
About The Position
Discover how your passions and interest in technology/STEM can evolve into a career in tech at Microsoft and beyond. This paid, four-week summer program offers an exciting opportunity to get valuable experience prior to starting college. Discovery interns participate in a curriculum designed to introduce core computer science concepts, develop career readiness skills, and receive mentorship from Microsoft employees while gaining hands-on project experience. Please note that Microsoft is unable to sponsor a work visa for this position due to the nature of the role. 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.
Requirements
- At least 16 years old at time of internship.
- Available to work full-time onsite for four consecutive weeks (July 6-31, 2026).
- High school senior graduating from high school prior to program start date and enrolling in a bachelor's degree program in fall 2026.
- Completed pre-calculus, an equivalent, or 3 consecutive years of math by the start of the program.
- Attend school in: Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton County School District, Cobb County School District, DeKalb County School District, Douglas County School District, Fulton County School District, or Gwinnett County School District.
- Your application is not considered complete without the following information at the end of your resume document: List of any colleges/universities to which you have applied and/or been accepted. Intended major(s).
- Please share if you are a member of or affiliated with any extracurricular and/or academic support organization(s) and provide 1-2 sentences about your involvement.
Responsibilities
- Learns core computer science concepts.
- Gains hands-on project experience under the guidance of Microsoft employees.
- Develops an understanding of Microsoft’s history, culture, and technologies.
- Practices career readiness skills.
- Receives mentorship from Microsoft employees.
Benefits
- paid sick time (accrued at .03846 hour, per hour worked)
- paid federal holidays
- software discounts
- bus pass
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
