Technical Content Design Intern
Illumio
Location
Headquarters
Employment Type
Intern
Location Type
On-site
Department
Engineering
Compensation
- $30.00
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal equity, alignment with market data, or applicable laws.
At Illumio we offer a wide range of benefits to our eligible team members. Our benefit programs vary by location and can include Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage – Health and Dependent Savings Accounts – Life and Disability Programs – Paid Parental Leave – Voluntary Benefit Programs – Company Sponsored Wellness Program – Wellness Reimbursement Program - Retirement Savings – Equity Opportunities – Paid time off and Paid Holidays – Employee Incentive Program.
Onwards Together!
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:
Our Product Management team is driven by a culture that thrives on visionary leadership, autonomy, and ownership, creating a dynamic synergy that drives us forward in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. We collaborate closely with our Engineering team to tackle real-world challenges our customers face.
Bring your visionary instincts to every stage of the product lifecycle—from conception and definition to development, release, and post-release activities. You'll play a pivotal role in strategic planning, feature selection, and day-to-day tactical operations. Together, our dynamic team propels the roadmap forward as we strive to make the digital world a safer place.
What You'll Do:
Review the existing technical documentation, identify gaps or areas for improvement, and build visual journeys that will help customers learn and use our products
You will look at information architecture to make sure the narrative flow and structure of the design is logical and intuitive for users to follow
Use visual design elements to explain technical concepts so that it’s visually engaging and easy to follow for multiple audience types
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for improved usability
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Research and evaluate industry-leading AI tools for visual design
What You'll Bring:
Currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program in Graphic Design or related field and with an expected graduation date in Winter 2026/Spring 2027
Graphic design: Ability to build visually engaging diagrams and content for a technical audience
Familiarity with graphics sStandards: Understanding of graphic design principles and best practices
Strong focus on detail to ensure accuracy in visual design
Excellent problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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A passion for learning and continuous improvement
What You'll Gain:
Hands-on experience creating and refining technical documentation for enterprise-grade cybersecurity products
Opportunities to work with industry-standard tools using AI
Collaboration with cross-functional teams including engineering and product management
Mentorship from experienced technical writers, product managers, and UX designers
A deeper understanding of how documentation supports product usability, customer success, and enablement
A collaborative and inclusive environment that values clarity, precision, and continuous learning
Compensation: $ 30 USD
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.
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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.
Compensation Range: $30.00