Partner AI Enablement Intern (Co-Op)

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

Proofpoint is seeking a Partner AI Enablement Intern to help accelerate the rollout and adoption of next-generation AI-powered enablement experiences across our partner ecosystem. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact AI initiatives, including AI-driven simulations through Avarra and the development of a secure, private custom ChatGPT for partners.

In this role, you will support the evolution and adoption of Avarra’s AI-powered simulation experiences to ensure they are relevant, impactful, and scalable for partners. You will also help design and refine a private AI-powered knowledge assistant that provides partners with contextual, on-demand access to program, product, and sales resources.

Working cross-functionally with enablement, product, sales, and IT teams, you will define use cases, curate and validate content, test AI-driven experiences, and ensure governance, accuracy, and data security standards are upheld. Success will be measured by increased partner adoption of Avarra simulations and the AI assistant, improved access to critical resources, and demonstrable gains in partner productivity and enablement effectiveness.

What You’ll Do Day to Day

• Partner with internal stakeholders to enhance adoption and impact of Avarra AI simulations within the partner ecosystem
• Identify gaps in simulation workflows and recommend improvements to increase engagement and usability
• Support the design and content strategy for a secure, private custom ChatGPT knowledge assistant
• Curate, structure, and validate enablement content to improve AI response quality and relevance
• Test simulations and AI assistant outputs to ensure accuracy, usability, and business alignment
• Analyze usage data and partner feedback to identify trends and recommend enhancements
• Support communications and change management efforts to drive awareness, adoption, and measurable impact

What a Top Candidate Brings

• Strong interest in AI, enablement strategy, and applying emerging technologies in a business environment
• Analytical mindset with the ability to turn data and feedback into actionable improvements
• Excellent communication skills and confidence collaborating across functions
• Comfort operating in fast-moving, innovation-driven initiatives with evolving priorities
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, governance, and user experience
• Experience with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT), simulation platforms, learning technologies, or knowledge management systems is a plus

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in related field (graduation date between fall 2026 – spring 2028)
• Able to commit to working from June through November 2026 (full-time during summer, par