Cybersecurity Intern (Summer 2025)

About GlobalFoundries 

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com. 

Internship Program Overview:  

Our Interns & Co-ops are our entry-level talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Our goal is to provide students with a meaningful work experience that will equip them with the skills to embark on a career in the fast-paced and growing semiconductor industry after graduation. As an intern at GF, you’ll experience one-on-one mentorship, work assignments that prioritize your growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and the chance to network with executives. 

Summary of Role: 

We are seeking a Cybersecurity intern to join our team. As a Cybersecurity intern, you will assist in maintaining and enhancing GlobalFoundries data protection and data loss prevention (DLP) strategies. This role will provide hands-on experience in cybersecurity practices, policies and technologies focused on safeguarding sensitive information. 

Essential Responsibilities include: 

• Assist with the implementation, configuration and monitoring of DLP tools to help prevent unauthorized data exfiltration. 

• Analyze alerts and reports from DLP systems and provide recommendations for mitigating data leakage related risks. 

• Support investigations into data breaches, including root cause analysis and documentation. 

• Help develop and update data protection policies and procedures. 

• Work on projects related to DLP and other data protection technologies and initiatives as assigned. 

Other Responsibilities: 

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Education – At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.  

• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing. 

• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)  

• Ability to work at least 20 hours per week during the internship.  

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Prior related internship or co-op experience 

• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc. 

• Project management skills, i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills  

• Strong planning & organizational skills 

• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles and data protection practices 

• Familiarity with DLP tools (e.g., Forcepoint, Microsoft Purview) and concepts is a plus 

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes. 

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Expected Salary Range 

$20.00 - $40.00 

Expected Salary Range

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. 

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law