Corporate Communications Intern

Illumio•Sunnyvale, CA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

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: At Illumio, we help organizations stop breaches from becoming disasters. As part of the Corporate Communications team, you'll contribute to shaping a narrative that clearly and confidently articulates the urgent need for breach containment as a foundational cybersecurity strategy and Illumio’s leadership in this space. In this role, you won’t just support communications—you’ll help create work that provokes action, sparks industry conversations, and drives understanding of why segmentation is now essential for every security leader. Our Marketing team powers Illumio’s brand by transforming complex cybersecurity challenges into bold, credible stories that resonate across industries. As we expand global awareness around breach containment and Illumio’s proven ability to stop ransomware and cyberattacks from spreading, you’ll play a key role in amplifying our message, strengthening our industry presence, and supporting initiatives that help organizations build resilience in an increasingly dynamic threat landscape.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
Strong research and writing abilities; comfort working across formats—briefing docs, pitches, social content
Familiarity with podcast editing; experience using basic audio tools
Proficiency with social media platforms and analytical tools (e.g., native analytics, Google Analytics)
Demonstrated attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Passion for proactive, creative communication and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Team oriented with strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate

Nice To Haves

Exposure to media pitching or public speaking event support
Experience with press monitoring tools or benchmarking tools
Basic Microsoft Office and multimedia skills (e.g., Canva, PowerPoint, Photoshop)

Responsibilities

Research and shortlist external speaking and panel opportunities for E-staff; develop outreach strategies
Support planning and pitching processes: create pitch decks, compile briefing materials, assist in outreach execution
Assist in podcast research, editing, and content preparation
Perform competitive benchmarking across PR, media presence, and social platforms
Track and report on PR/social metrics—coverage volume, engagement, share of voice
Assist with internal/external messaging, press releases, newsletters, and communications campaigns
Help build media lists, send pitches, and support outreach follow-up
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, updating decks, and maintaining a content calendar
Update website with news coverage and award wins

Benefits

Mentorship from seasoned Communications and PR professionals
Hands-on experience with media pitching, podcast production, and social media creation
Exposure to high-visibility events and thought leadership opportunities
Career development workshops and networking with senior leadership
Opportunities to explore and experiment with AI tools

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