What are the responsibilities and job description for the People Ops Intern position at Illumio?
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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 day's a week at Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA
Our Team's Vision
Illumio’s People Team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to support both our People Operations and Compensation functions. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in HR systems, process optimization, and compensation program support, while contributing to initiatives that enhance the employee experience and overall operational efficiency.
What You'll Do
Our Commitment
Illumio believes that an environment of unique backgrounds, experiences, viewpoints, and individual contributions drives our success and makes us stronger together. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a diverse culture and emphasizing inclusion and belonging.
All official job offers from our company are extended directly by our recruitment team and will be sent through an official E-Signature document for your review and signature. Please be aware that we do not ask for any personal information in the process of extending offers of employment, such as financial details or social security numbers. Upon acceptance of any offer, we will request such information as part of the onboarding process prior to or on your first day of employment, and only after completing a background check through an authorized third-party vendor. If you receive any communication asking for personal details outside of these processes, please contact us immediately to verify the authenticity of the request. Your security is important to us, and we are committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience.
For roles in San Francisco and Los Angeles: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Illumio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 day's a week at Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA
Our Team's Vision
Illumio’s People Team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to support both our People Operations and Compensation functions. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in HR systems, process optimization, and compensation program support, while contributing to initiatives that enhance the employee experience and overall operational efficiency.
What You'll Do
- Assist with onboarding logistics including coordination of our quarterly new hire event, new hire orientation, and swag inventory management
- Update and maintain internal documentation and playbooks for People Ops and Workday processes
- Conduct data audits and support lifecycle cleanup tasks within Workday
- Create and maintain Simplrr (company intranet) content for People Ops and Compensation resources
- Review and update ServiceNow Knowledge Base articles to ensure accuracy and relevance
- Play a key role in supporting Illumio’s compensation programs by helping create impactful resources, such as FAQs, manager guides, and training decks
- Assist with compensation data audits, survey preparation, and testing of Workday configurations
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, with an expected graduation date in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027
- Comfortable working with data and learning new systems (e.g., Workday, Simplrr, ServiceNow)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Excel (e.g., basic formulas, pivot tables, lookups) is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information
- Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and contribute to team goals
- Interest in Human Resource, People Ops, and/or Compensation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with exceptional attention to detail and solid organizational capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Hands-on exposure to HR systems and tools including Workday, Simplrr, ServiceNow, Comptryx, and Radford
- Practical experience in onboarding processes and employee lifecycle management
- Insight into compensation program design, including equity refresh cycles and market survey participation
- Skills in data auditing, documentation, and process optimization
- Experience collaborating across People teams to support strategic initiatives
- Understanding of how People Ops and Compensation functions contribute to broader business goals
Our Commitment
Illumio believes that an environment of unique backgrounds, experiences, viewpoints, and individual contributions drives our success and makes us stronger together. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a diverse culture and emphasizing inclusion and belonging.
All official job offers from our company are extended directly by our recruitment team and will be sent through an official E-Signature document for your review and signature. Please be aware that we do not ask for any personal information in the process of extending offers of employment, such as financial details or social security numbers. Upon acceptance of any offer, we will request such information as part of the onboarding process prior to or on your first day of employment, and only after completing a background check through an authorized third-party vendor. If you receive any communication asking for personal details outside of these processes, please contact us immediately to verify the authenticity of the request. Your security is important to us, and we are committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience.
For roles in San Francisco and Los Angeles: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Illumio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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