Early career
Explore internship, co-op, new college graduate and apprenticeship opportunities.
Internships
Gain hands-on experience while contributing to real projects that matter. Our internships offer the chance to apply what you’ve learned, build new skills and work alongside teammates who are invested in your growth.
You’ll collaborate with mentors, explore career paths and gain insight into how your strengths can make an impact. It’s a supportive environment designed to help you learn, grow and take the next step with confidence.
New college graduates
Step confidently into the next chapter of your career. Our early‑career roles offer hands‑on experience, meaningful projects and support from leaders who want to help you grow.
You’ll gain real-world skills, collaborate with teammates across the organization, and build a strong foundation for long‑term success. It’s your opportunity to learn, contribute and make an impact from day one.
Apprenticeships
Build new skills through structured, hands‑on learning. Our paid apprenticeships combine classroom-style training with real work experience, helping you grow while earning as you learn.
You’ll work with mentors, strengthen in‑demand capabilities and gain the confidence to move into a rewarding career path. It’s a supportive way to grow your skills—no experience required.
At our Dresden, Germany site, we offer a 3.5-year GF Technician Apprenticeship program. As host to one of the most modern and efficient semiconductor factories in the world with the largest clean room in Europe, our Dresden Fab offers a range of roles under the apprenticeship program including Mechatronics Technician, Microtechnologist, Electronics Technicians, Laboratory Assistants and Chemical Technicians.
“My decision to join GF stems from its unique ability to merge my passion for business with my deep interest in advanced technology. The company’s dynamic and evolving nature is exactly what I seek in an exciting, innovative industry.”
“The best part of working at GF is the supportive and collaborative environment. Everyone is approachable and willing to share their knowledge, which makes it a great place to learn and grow. I’ve felt like a valued part of the team from start.”
“I chose GlobalFoundries because I enjoy working within a key player of an industry that is so essential to the global economy and is at the forefront of human innovation. To be surrounded by people who are as equally kind as they are brilliant truly solidified this decision for me.”
Fields of study & job opportunities
We hire a lot of technicians and engineers. But that’s not all. Each of our “fabs,” or manufacturing sites, is like a small city. Name a career and we probably have it! From engineering to supply chain, finance to information technology, business operations to technicians, we have many job opportunities at GF.
Paid internships & co-ops
We hire interns and co-ops for the summer as well as throughout the year.
- Completed first year of college courses
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Hired for summer, full-time paid positions
- Continue as a paid co-op (part time) during second year of your AAS
- Paid internship and co-op positions in the summer and throughout the year
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Hiring opportunities throughout bachelor and graduate studies
Paid apprenticeships
Our apprenticeships consist of on-the-job-training and college courses, resulting in an industry certification.
- Full-time paid position
- High-school diploma with demonstrated technical aptitude
- Must at least 18 years old
- Take classes part-time at Vermont Technical College while working full time at GF
- Classes are fully paid for by GF
- 3 years to complete program
- Opportunity to pursue AAS degree after apprenticeship
- Full-time paid position
- High school diploma or equivalent, with mechanical aptitude and a strong team player
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Take classes part-time through Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) while working full time at GF
- College classes and on-the-job training are provided at no cost to you
- 18 months to complete the program
- Opportunity to pursue AAS degree and beyond after apprenticeship, using GF’s tuition reimbursement benefit
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Internships
We offer internships across various global locations depending on the role. In the U.S., our main sites include Malta, Burlington, Austin, Richardson and Santa Clara. In Europe, we provide internships primarily in Dresden, Germany, with occasional opportunities in Munich, Germany, and part-time, on-site roles in Sofia, Bulgaria. In Asia, internships are available in Bangalore, India and Kolkata, India, at our Singapore facility and in our Penang, Malaysia office.
US: Eligible candidates must be currently enrolled in a full-time accredited degree program with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Candidates must be at least a sophomore at the time of application.
Dresden: Candidates must be enrolled at a university (except for a voluntary internship). We offer positions as working students, voluntary interns, compulsory interns, graduates (bachelor’s, master’s) and PhD students (dual students).
Sofia: Eligible candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program in electrical engineering, physics, computer engineering, telecommunications, automation or an equivalent field.
India: Internships will be offered only to students (diploma, graduates, master’s, PhD) who are currently pursuing their course with a minimum CGPA of 6.0 at approved colleges, universities and training institutions.
Singapore: Students must be eligible for an internship with an accredited Institute of Higher Learning in Singapore.
Malaysia: Students must be eligible for an internship with an accredited Institute of Higher Learning in Malaysia.
US: Applications for our 10-to-12-week summer internships usually open in September for the next year (i.e., roles open in September 2025 for Summer 2026 internships). It’s best to apply as early as September and October as we target to fill our positions by the end of December, if not sooner.
Dresden: We recruit all year round. If the positions are posted, they are usually available immediately for at least six months (ideally at least 12 months).
Sofia: We recruit all year round. The duration of our internship program is 18 months.
India: The recommended duration of an internship is a minimum of three months and up to a maximum of 12 months, subject to the approved university/college/training institute’s practice guidelines and/or policies and no extension will be entertained.
Singapore: Internship applications typically start six months prior to the internship start date.
Malaysia: We recruit all year round depending on your school’s academic calendar.
US: Yes, all of our internships are paid, and we support students who need to relocate by providing a housing stipend as well as additional tools to aid in their search.
Dresden: All interns receive a fixed salary, and working students earn an hourly wage. What do we offer: be part of an open and dynamic team at eye level, independent work in trust-based flexitime and in office, further training opportunities, attractive remuneration, in-house canteen, fitness studio and physiotherapy and other attractive health benefits.
Sofia: All interns receive a monthly scholarship and are eligible for two increases – after six and 12 months with the company.
India: All our internships are paid. We provide a stipend that varies based on the intern’s qualifications. Additionally, we offer leave benefits (sick leave and causal leave) and health insurance coverage up to two lakhs per intern.
Singapore: Interns are provided with a monthly allowance, daily meal subsidies as well as annual leave benefits.
Malaysia: Interns are provided with a monthly allowance, sick leave and outpatient medical claims benefits.
Our interns & co-ops are our entry-level talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Yes, an internship can lead to a full-time position depending upon in-role performance and business needs.
To check to see if we are recruiting at your school and any upcoming events that you may be interested in here.
Screening of candidates by recruiter/hiring manager, approximately 30-minute online or telephone interviews, with candidate feedback to follow usually within 2-3 weeks. In some cases, there may be follow-up interviews by other members of the team and/or an assessment test.
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.
We offer a wide range of opportunities that allow interns to gain valuable experience and contribute to meaningful projects in their field of interest. Interns can expect to work on a variety of exciting projects across different business areas. We hire interns based on their qualifications and roles are defined accordingly.
New college graduates (NCGs)
GlobalFoundries (GF) fosters a culture of continuous learning, inclusivity and professional development. GF emphasizes the importance of education and offers various programs to support employees in their academic and professional endeavors. At GF, we have a strong commitment to maintaining an inclusive workplace, with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide a sense of community, career development and mentorship.
GF supports continuing education and certifications through several programs, including a tuition assistance program that reimburses employees up to $10,000 per year for degree-related courses at accredited institutions. Additionally, GF partners with eCornell to offer discounted professional development courses and provides access to LinkedIn Learning for training and certifications. In India, the Education Assistance Program reimburses employees for master’s degree courses. GF has a partnership with BITS Pilani, under which 50% of the course fee is funded by GF. GF offers funding of up to INR 2.5 lakhs for employees to pursue external training programs beyond master’s or PhD-level education.
New College Graduates (NCGs) at GF have access to mentorship opportunities, networking events, technical and soft skill development programs and comprehensive onboarding and training. They can also join Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that align with their interests and backgrounds, providing a supportive community and career development opportunities.
To apply for an NCG position at GF, visit the GF careers website (www.gf.com/careers) to explore available positions. Roles are also posted on Handshake.
Yes, we refer to it as horizontal and vertical growth opportunities. Vertical growth is becoming an expert in your area and moving upward, whereas horizontal growth is moving to different positions in different areas within the company.
Eligibility for NCG positions varies by location and job requirement: In the US, candidates must have graduated within the past year from a full-time accredited degree program with a minimum GPA of 3.0. In Dresden, applicants should have completed their university studies no more than two years ago. For Sofia, candidates can either be recent graduates or active students enrolled in a full-time accredited program. In Singapore and Malaysia, applicants must have graduated from university within the past year. In India, recent college graduates (Dip Eng/ BSc; BE/ BTech/ MSc/ MCA; ME/ MTech; PhD) with 0-1 years of work experience (not including internships) would be considered NCGs.
Full-time roles are offered across the US, primarily in Malta, Burlington, Austin, Richardson and Santa Clara. In Dresden and Munich, full-time roles are available with hybrid work often possible. Sofia offers full-time roles exclusively, following a hybrid model. Singapore provides full-time roles with hybrid work typically an option, while Malaysia offers full-time positions only in Penang, where hybrid work is also generally available.
US benefits include: medical, vision, and dental coverages; 401K Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Virgin Pulse and Rethink Care, free professional counseling, education repayment assistance, tutition reimbursement, fitness reimbursement, parental leave, caregiver benefits, income protection benefits, local discounts through Abenity
Dresden benefits include: Attractive compensation package through our collective bargaining agreement for Dresden, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), 30 days of vacation, financial support of Deutschlandticket, local gym, company bike leasing, meal subsidies at the onsite cafeteria and food truck, regular team events and celebrations, GF internal award system, hybrid working model and flexible working time
Sofia benefits include: Additional medical service, including dental and, coverage of employees’ children; food vouchers and canteen discounts; sports card 50% subsidized by the employer (possibility to add a family member); top-rated office location with recreation spa facilities (discounts for spa & wellness programs at NV Tower); regular team events and celebrations; focus on employee work-life balance: hybrid working model and flexible working time, 21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company
Singapore benefits include: Attractive compensation package, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), local gym, subsidized meals at the onsite cafeteria, regular team events and celebrations, GF internal award system, Education Assistance Program, shuttle bus services, comprehensive inpatient insurance extended to dependents, outpatient medical insurance
Malaysia benefits include: Attractive compensation package, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), local gym, subsidized meals at the onsite cafeteria, regular team events and celebrations, GF internal award system, Education Assistance Program, shuttle bus services, comprehensive inpatient insurance extended to dependents, outpatient medical insurance
India benefits include: attractive compensation package, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), local gym, subsidized meals at the onsite cafeteria, regular team events and celebrations, GF internal award system, education assistance, hybrid working model and flexible working time, health insurance coverage (7.5 L)
Typically, candidates first apply, then screen with a recruiter before moving onto hiring manager interview(s). For Dresden, the hiring manager interview(s) may happen before a recruiter post-screen. In India, the process begins with an online assessment, followed by two technical interviews and an interview with HR.
Depending upon the region, applicable policies and business needs, a housing stipend is available to those who meet eligibility requirements.