Job Title: Software Engineer Intern Company Name: Proofpoint Job Url: https://proofpoint.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ProofpointCareers/job/Oregon/Software-Engineer-Intern_R13822?source=LinkedIn Job Description: Software Engineer Intern Apply locations Oregon North Carolina New Mexico New Hampshire Nevada View All 37 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R13822 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 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     About the Role    We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer Intern to join our engineering team and contribute to real-world product development using the Microsoft .NET stack. This internship is designed for students or early-career developers who want hands-on experience building scalable applications, collaborating with professional engineers, and learning modern software development practices.    You will work alongside experienced developers to design, build, test, and improve software systems while gaining exposure to production-grade architectures, DevOps workflows, and agile delivery.    What You’ll Do    Develop and maintain features using C# and .NET    Assist in building backend services, APIs, and web applications    Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code    Participate in code reviews and team design discussions    Debug issues and help improve application performance and reliability    Contribute to unit tests and automated testing efforts    Work with databases and data models (SQL or NoSQL)    Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers in an agile environment    Required Qualifications    Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field    Working knowledge of C# and the .NET ecosystem    Understanding of object-oriented programming principles    Familiarity with REST APIs and basic web concepts    Basic knowledge of Git version control    Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn    Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)    Experience with ASP.NET Core    Familiarity with web frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)    Exposure to SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or similar databases    Understanding of cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS    Experience building personal, academic, or open-source projects    Knowledge of testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit, MSTest)    What You’ll Gain    Hands-on experience shipping production-quality software    Mentorship from experienced engineers    Exposure to professional development workflows (CI/CD, ticketing systems, agile ceremonies)    Opportunity for full-time return offer based on performance    Soft skills we value    Curiosity and strong learning mindset    Ability to communicate clearly and ask good questions    Ownership and follow-through on assigned work  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!