Launch Intern

Crowdstrike

Sunnyvale · Posted 52 min ago

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At a glance

Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Work type: Hybrid

Launch Internship program for freshmen/sophomores, hybrid model with 3 days on-site attendance at multiple US offices; 40 hours/week; paid positions for students and recent grads; hands-on projects with mentorship across business units in engineering, HR, IT, intelligence & Overwatch, customer success, and information security.

What they are looking for

AiCybersecurityEngineeringInformation technologyInformation security

Location: USA - Sunnyvale, CA; USA - San Antonio, TX; USA - Austin, TX; USA - Arlington, VA; USA - St. Louis, MO; USA - Redmond, WA

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Our University Recruiting program is dedicated to attracting and cultivating the future leaders of this industry. This program offers paid positions for students and recent grads, designed to provide exposure to work that makes an impact while being supported through a structured experience with seasoned professionals. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

Location & Work Arrangement

HYBRID: The Launch Internship operates on a hybrid model, requiring interns to work a mixed schedule of remote and 3 days in-person attendance. Interns are required to work on-site at one of CrowdStrike’s designated office locations: Arlington, VA; Austin, TX; Redmond, WA; San Antonio, TX; Sunnyvale, CA (San Francisco Bay Area); or St. Louis, MO for team meetings, collaboration sessions, and other essential events.

Time Commitment: Interns are expected to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during standard business hours.

Start & End Dates

Cohort 1: Wednesday, May 26, 2027 - Friday, August 13, 2027

Cohort 2: Wednesday, June 2 2027 - Friday, August 20, 2027

Cohort 3: Monday, June 14, 2027 - Friday, September 3, 2027

Company Overview

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Our Emerging Talent program is dedicated to attracting and cultivating the future leaders of this industry. This program offers paid positions for students and recent grads, designed to provide exposure to work that makes an impact while being supported through a structured experience with seasoned professionals. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role

The CrowdStrike Launch Internship Program is an exclusive early-career opportunity designed for exceptional freshmen and sophomore level students (graduating between 2029 and 2030)). This program offers students the chance to gain hands-on experience at one of the world's leading cybersecurity companies while still early in their academic journey.

We are currently recruiting Launch interns across the following business units:

Engineering

Human Resources

Information Technology

Intelligence & Overwatch

Customer Success

Information Security

What You’ll Do

Contribute to meaningful projects that directly impact CrowdStrike's mission

Work alongside industry experts through dedicated mentorship

Build your professional network through interactions with CrowdStrike employees and leaders

Gain exposure to cutting-edge cybersecurity technology and practices

Potential fast-track consideration for future internships

What You’ll Need

Must be currently enrolled as a freshman or sophomore at an accredited 4-year undergraduate university, working towards a degree. Graduating during or between May 2029 and December 2030.

An eagerness to learn through hands-on experience and collaborative projects specific to your internship field.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and analytically across teams.

Strong collaborative spirit and desire to learn through practical experience and team initiatives within your domain.

Solid track record of academic excellence in relevant studies.

Enthusiasm for technology and the cybersecurity field.

Capacity to adapt and succeed in a dynamic, high-velocity setting.

Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.