About the role
Onwards Together! Illumio is the leader in ransomware and breach containment, redefining how organizations contain cyberattacks and enable operational resilience. Powered by the Illumio AI Security Graph, our breach containment platform identifies and contains threats across hybrid multi-cloud environments – stopping the spread of attacks before they become disasters. Recognized as a Leader in the Forrester Wave™ for Microsegmentation, Illumio enables Zero Trust, strengthening cyber resilience for the infrastructure, systems, and organizations that keep the world running. This is a 12 week internship program beginning on May 26th 2026 or June 22nd 2026 Location: Onsite (5 days a week) at Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA Our Team's Vision: llumio is seeking a curious and analytical intern to join our Program Management team with a focus on automation, data analysis, and AI-driven efficiency. This internship offers a unique opportunity to explore how intelligent systems and automation can improve program operations at scale. You’ll work closely with program managers, data analysts, and engineering teams to identify inefficiencies, build prototypes, and surface insights that drive smarter decision-making. If you’re excited about solving operational challenges with data and emerging technologies, we’d love you to join us. What You'll Do: Gather and analyze program data to create automated metrics dashboards and flag anomalies or threshold breaches Identify manual processes and assist in designing automated workflows using tools like Jira, Slack, and other collaboration platforms Develop automation solutions for anomaly detection and cleanup (e.g., identifying inefficiencies in Jira workflows or dependency mismatches) Research and propose AI use cases to improve program management efficiency, such as intelligent dashboards, automated summaries, and action tracking Collaborate with engineering and data teams to build and test small-scale AI/automation prototypes or proof-of-concepts Support automated tracking of program activities, including action items and milestone progress Your Toolkit: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, with an expected graduation date in Winter 2026/Spring 2027 Comfortable working with data to identify trends, measure impact, and provide actionable insights Familiarity or hands-on experience in data, analytics, or AI, with a curiosity to apply these skills to real-world business challenges Strong organizational skills and the ability to structure complex information clearly Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical topics for diverse audiences A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment What You'll Gain: Hands-on experience applying data analysis and automation to real-world program management challenges Exposure to AI/ML use cases in operational efficiency, including intelligent dashboards and automated workflows Opportunities to build and test prototypes that improve visibility, tracking, and decision-making Collaboration with cross-functional teams across program management, engineering, and data science Mentorship from experienced program managers and technical leaders A deeper understanding of how automation and AI are transforming enterprise operations Our Commitment: Illumio believes that an environment of unique backgrounds, experiences, viewpoints, and individual contributions drives our success and makes us stronger together. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a diverse culture and emphasizing inclusion and belonging. #LI-PO #LI-ONSITE All official job offers from our company are extended directly by our recruitment team and will be sent through an official E-Signature document for your review and signature. Please be aware that we do not ask for any personal information in the process of extending offers of employment, such as financial details or social security numbers. Upon acceptance of any offer, we will request such information as part of the onboarding process prior to or on your first day of employment, and only after completing a background check through an authorized third-party vendor. If you receive any communication asking for personal details outside of these processes, please contact us immediately to verify the authenticity of the request. Your security is important to us, and we are committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. For roles in San Francisco and Los Angeles: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Illumio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
