Cybersecurity AI Intern (6 month co-op)
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us:
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people data and AI agents connect across email cloud and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortunelarge enterprises and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats prevent data loss and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint youll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
About Us
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people data and AI agents connect across email cloud and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortunelarge enterprises and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats prevent data loss and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work
At Proofpointyoullbe part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:
Boldin how we dream and innovate
Responsiveto feedbackchallengesand opportunities
Accountablefor results and best in class outcomes
Visionaryin future focused problem-solving
Exceptionalin execution and impact
Whatyoulldo
Apply LLMs and agentic tooling to email security problems (e.g. phishing analysis intent extraction triage workflows)
Build small prototypes and automation (including browser-based/agent workflows where helpful)
Help create and evaluate datasets (including synthetic security datasets)
Document findings and turn them into practical recommendations
Whatyoullneed to succeed
Background in cybersecurity (coursework or projects; familiarity with phishing/social engineering is a plus)
Comfortable scripting in Python (or willing to ramp quickly); basic Git
Interest in modern AI tools (LLMs multimodal prompt/eval workflows) and an experimental mindset
Collaborative mindset - communicates clearly seeks feedback early and shares learnings with the team
Nice to have
Any exposure to email security threat intel or SOC workflows
Familiarity with basic data handling (CSV/JSON/logs) and simple evaluation metrics
Why Proofpoint
At Proofpoint we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youll love working with us:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging empower purpose and drive success-every day for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process please reach out to .
How to Apply
Interested Submit your application along with any supporting information- we cant wait to hear from you!
Required Experience:
Intern
