




Summary: As an Early Career Talent Partner, you will drive global internship programs, manage full-cycle early-career recruitment, and build strategic university relationships to shape the next generation of Proofpoint talent. Highlights: 1. Shape careers of tomorrow's talent 2. Forge meaningful university partnerships 3. Ignite opportunities and build community 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 Fortune 100, 10,000 large 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 you’ll 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 Join Our Team As a customer focused and driven\-to\-win organization with leading edge products, there are many exciting reasons to join the Proofpoint team. We believe in hiring the best and the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. As we continue to grow and expand globally, we understand that hiring the right people and treating them well is key to our success! We are a multi\-national company with locations in 10 countries, with each location contributing to Proofpoint’s amazing culture! The Role Are you energized by the idea of shaping the careers of tomorrow’s talent? As our Early Career Talent Partner you’ll be at the heart of an exciting, fast\-moving campus recruitment engine. Picture yourself forging meaningful university partnerships, sparking engagement with dynamic early\-career programs, and delivering unforgettable experiences for applicants and business partners alike. It’s not just a job—it’s your chance to ignite opportunities, build community, and make a real impact on Proofpoint’s global talent journey. Why You’ll Love This Role:* Collaboration: Team up across functions to shape standout early career programs globally * Growth: Elevate your program management skills while driving real world recruiting results * Agility: Thrive in a fast\-moving environment, while being able to pivot to deliver impact * Impact: Influence the next generation of Proofpoint talent and leave your mark What You’ll Do* Execute the Global Internship Program strategy and for Proofpoint. * Execute full recruiting lifecycle for early\-career and intern hires, including drafting requisitions, sourcing via optimal channels, managing job postings, coordinating candidate scheduling and logistics, facilitating offers, and overseeing onboarding through to offboarding. * Consult with Intern leaders to clarify job requirements, shape candidate profiles, guide compensation discussions, and support structured onboarding and training processes. * Represent Proofpoint as an employer brand ambassador both on\-campus and online—building strategic relationships with universities, career centers, faculties, and student groups, and represent our brand at career fairs, information sessions, and virtual events. * Support the planning and execution of university relations programs—including campus events, internship orientations, networking sessions, speaker engagements, and exit processes—ensuring seamless logistics and stakeholder coordination. * Build robust talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, resume screening, utilization of electronic evaluation tools, and ongoing candidate engagement. * Serve as a point person for specialized initiatives, including immigration administration (with Legal support), affirmative\-action broader campus recruitment strategy.. * Contribute knowledge and innovative/creative ideas for current early career programs and the overall campus recruitment strategy. What You Bring to the Team* 2\-4 years of high\-volume recruiting experience, ideally in campus or early\-career recruitment. * Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a highly professional and personable approach. * Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, and a strong customer service mindset—driven by results and detail. * Adaptable and resilient, able to thrive in dynamic environments and handle ambiguity with confidence. * Strong narrative building and presentation skills. * Comfortable using ATS and sourcing tools, with experience navigating recruiting or applicant tracking systems. Knowledge of Workday a plus. \#LI\-JK1 Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information\- we can’t wait to hear from you!


