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GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
New College Graduates Overview:
We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.
Summary of Role:
Are you a recent college graduate ready to make an impact? Join our Talent Accelerator Program —a dynamic, 3-year rotational experience designed to fast-track your growth and help you shape what’s essential in the world of semiconductors.
As part of this program, you’ll rotate through three 9-month assignments across our Customer & Markets and Product Marketing teams. You’ll gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to strategic initiatives that drive innovation and business success.
What You’ll Experience:
- End Markets: Dive into customer applications, market strategy, and profitability analysis.
- Product Marketing/Management: Learn product strategy, roadmapping, and stakeholder engagement.
- Commercial Operations/Strategy: Build skills in customer engagement, negotiation, and account management.
At the end of the program, you’ll transition into a full-time role within one of these high-impact teams—ready to shape the future of technology.
Essential Responsibilities include:
- Participate and complete all assigned rotations and various projects throughout it
- Assist in conducting market research to identify potential customers, market trends, and competitive landscape.
- Forecast market conditions and impacts to the business
- Analyze and interpret customer data to identify & propose solutions
- Analyze data and market trends to support strategic decision-making.
- Contribute to various projects and initiatives as needed, collaborating with different departments within the company.
- Prepare and present reports on market research findings, performance, and other relevant metrics.
Other Responsibilities:
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
- Education – Graduating with Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, or related field from an accredited degree program.
- Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
- Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior related internship or co-op experience.
- Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
- Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning & organizational skills
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Expected Salary Range
$50,400.00 - $88,200.00
The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
New College Graduates Overview:
We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.
Summary of Role:
Are you a recent college graduate ready to make an impact? Join our Talent Accelerator Program —a dynamic, 3-year rotational experience designed to fast-track your growth and help you shape what’s essential in the world of semiconductors.
As part of this program, you’ll rotate through three 9-month assignments across our Customer & Markets and Product Marketing teams. You’ll gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to strategic initiatives that drive innovation and business success.
What You’ll Experience:
- End Markets: Dive into customer applications, market strategy, and profitability analysis.
- Product Marketing/Management: Learn product strategy, roadmapping, and stakeholder engagement.
- Commercial Operations/Strategy: Build skills in customer engagement, negotiation, and account management.
At the end of the program, you’ll transition into a full-time role within one of these high-impact teams—ready to shape the future of technology.
Essential Responsibilities include:
- Participate and complete all assigned rotations and various projects throughout it
- Assist in conducting market research to identify potential customers, market trends, and competitive landscape.
- Forecast market conditions and impacts to the business
- Analyze and interpret customer data to identify & propose solutions
- Analyze data and market trends to support strategic decision-making.
- Contribute to various projects and initiatives as needed, collaborating with different departments within the company.
- Prepare and present reports on market research findings, performance, and other relevant metrics.
Other Responsibilities:
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
- Education – Graduating with Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, or related field from an accredited degree program.
- Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
- Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior related internship or co-op experience.
- Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
- Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning & organizational skills
NCGProgramUS
Expected Salary Range
$50,400.00 - $88,200.00
The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Jobs
Verify your job title matches your degree
OPT authorization covers work directly related to your field of study. If your offer letter uses a generic title like 'analyst,' confirm with your DSO that the role's actual duties connect clearly to your major before you accept.
Check employer E-Verify enrollment before applying
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Search the E-Verify employer search tool before sending your application, skipping this step can disqualify an otherwise strong offer at the 90-day mark.
Research prevailing wage before your salary negotiation
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the DOL wage level for your job title and location. Entry level roles typically land at Level I or II, knowing this before you negotiate prevents accepting an offer that won't support a later H-1B filing.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Find entry level roles at companies already filing Labor Condition Applications by searching Migrate Mate, which filters jobs by verified DOL LCA data so you see employers with a real track record of sponsoring work authorization.
Use your O*NET occupation profile to frame specialty occupation
Employers new to sponsorship often don't know if your role qualifies. Pull your O*NET occupation profile and confirm it lists a bachelor's degree as the standard educational requirement, this is the foundation of any specialty occupation argument under USCIS guidelines.
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Find OPT JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do employers need to file anything for me to work on F-1 OPT?
No petition or employer filing is required during standard F-1 OPT. Your work authorization comes from the EAD USCIS issues to you, not from your employer. The employer's obligation is to verify your eligibility through Form I-9. STEM OPT is different, at that stage your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 Training Plan.
How do I find entry level employers who actually understand OPT?
Search Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. LCA filings are a reliable signal that a company has sponsored work authorization before and isn't learning the process on your timeline. Filter by job category and location to see which entry level roles come from experienced sponsors.
What happens if I'm still job searching when my OPT starts?
Your 90-day unemployment clock starts the moment your OPT EAD becomes valid, not when you find a job. Unemployment days accumulate continuously, including gaps between jobs. If you hit 90 cumulative days without authorized employment, your F-1 status is violated. Starting your search early and targeting roles with fast hiring cycles reduces this risk significantly.
Is a part-time entry level role enough to maintain F-1 OPT status?
Post-completion OPT requires full-time employment, at least 20 hours per week under USCIS guidelines, though many DSOs recommend aiming for the standard 40 hours to clearly satisfy the requirement. Part-time work during post-completion OPT still counts against your unemployment limit for any hours below the threshold your school defines as full-time.
Can I switch employers during my OPT period?
Yes, you can change employers during OPT as long as each new role stays in your degree field and you report the change to your DSO within the required window, typically 10 days. Any gap between jobs counts toward your 90-day unemployment limit, so minimizing the gap between your last day with one employer and your first day with the next is critical.
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