Corporate Communications Intern (Summer 2027)

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale. GF delivers differentiated, power-efficient, and high-performance solutions through deep partnerships. GF is a trusted technology partner focused on security, longevity, and sustainability.

Internship Program Overview

GF's Interns & Co-ops serve as an entry-level talent pipeline, providing meaningful work experience and skills for careers in the semiconductor industry. Interns receive one-on-one mentorship, growth-prioritized assignments, professional development, and networking opportunities with executives.

Summary of Role

Based in Malta, NY, the Corporate Communications Intern will support the Senior Lead, Corporate Communications and Media Relations. This role involves developing corporate messaging and communications related to U.S. government affairs, semiconductor manufacturing, innovation, and sustainability. The intern will research industry and policy developments, translate complex topics into clear communications, and prepare materials for announcements, executive engagements, and external outreach. This position offers hands-on experience in corporate storytelling, public affairs communications, and reputation management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, editing, and proofreading corporate messaging, talking points, briefing materials, presentations, fact sheets, Q&As, and other communications supporting government affairs and corporate initiatives.
• Assist with corporate storytelling and thought leadership materials, including website copy and blog articles, with an emphasis on policy, manufacturing, innovation, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with government affairs, corporate communications, and subject matter experts to ensure materials are accurate, consistent with approved messaging, and tailored to their intended audiences.
• Help maintain messaging resources, editorial calendars, and project trackers; coordinate review processes and incorporate feedback under the corporate communications lead’s guidance.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Qualifications

• Education: At least a sophomore at the time of application, actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Media, or a related field through an accredited degree program during the internship.
• Minimum overall 3.0 GPA and in good academic standing.
• Language Fluency: English (Written & Verbal).
• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior related internship or co-op experience, or project experience in corporate communications, public affairs, government affairs, journalism, or policy research.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies for productivity and decision-making.
• Strong planning & organizational skills.
• Interest in the semiconductor industry, U.S. manufacturing, technology policy, and the intersection of business and government.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt messaging for executive, media, government, and other external audiences.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
• Interest in responsibly using company-approved AI tools to support research, drafting, and productivity, with appropriate fact-checking and protection of confidential information.