Recognized for Excellence in Every Campus Forward Award Category
GlobalFoundries received a Campus Forward Award for Excellence in Recruitment Strategies, Tech Innovation, Candidate Experience, DE&I, and Internship Programming.
Receiving an award for each category reflects GlobalFoundries' unwavering excellence and commitment to providing the best experience for the next generation of talent. GlobalFoundries invests in innovative recruitment strategies, cutting-edge technology, thoughtful candidate experiences, inclusive recruitment practices, and standout internship programs. See below for the highlights of their strategies in each one of these categories.
Excellence in Recruitment Strategies
The university recruiting team at GlobalFoundries employs a comprehensive strategy to source and recruit early-career talent. This includes building strong relationships with target universities, engaging diverse institutions through digital outreach, and fostering inclusivity in hiring practices. GF partners with over 50 universities globally to bridge academic research with real-world applications, offering internships, co-ops, and apprenticeships tailored to various education levels. Their hybrid recruitment approach combines on-campus events, such as industry panels and mock interviews, with virtual initiatives to connect with candidates worldwide. Additionally, GF focuses on creating an inclusive culture, integrating programs like Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and mentorship opportunities to enhance the candidate experience.
Excellence in Tech Innovation
The university recruiting team at GlobalFoundries integrates technology to enhance efficiency and improve outcomes in their recruitment efforts. The team employs digital tools for targeted global outreach, enabling engagement with thousands of candidates from diverse backgrounds, regardless of geographic proximity. Through virtual events such as info sessions and industry panels, the team provides candidates with accessible opportunities to explore roles at GF. This approach not only increases efficiency but also broadens GF's reach to underrepresented regions and institutions. Additionally, GF utilizes innovative platforms to deliver timely updates and maintain a positive candidate experience, aligning with Gen Z’s expectations for responsiveness and personalization. These strategies ensure a tech-driven, inclusive recruitment process that meets evolving workforce demands.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
GlobalFoundries focuses on creating a positive and supportive candidate experience through their "ONEGF" commitment, which ensures that every candidate has the opportunity to shine, receive continuous support, and be respected throughout the hiring journey. The team fosters inclusivity by allowing candidates to be their authentic selves, ensuring a genuine and welcoming environment. They prioritize efficiency and respect for candidates' time, ensuring a smooth, thoughtful process. Additionally, GlobalFoundries continuously improves its hiring approach by collecting feedback through candidate surveys, including feedback from interns at multiple points during their internships. This helps refine the process, ensuring it meets the expectations of future talent and improves over time.
Excellence in DE&I
GlobalFoundries actively promotes diversity and inclusion in its early career recruitment by building relationships with key organizations supporting underrepresented talent. These partnerships include groups like the Society of Women Engineers, the National Society of Black Engineers, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering, Jackie Robinson Foundation, and more. The team hosts virtual/in-person events, such as panels, info sessions, and fireside chats, to engage candidates and showcase opportunities at GF. Once interns and new grads are hired, they are integrated into Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which provide a sense of community, mentorship, and professional development. This approach fosters an inclusive environment that empowers diverse talent, ensuring they are supported both during the recruitment process and after joining the company.
Excellence in Internship Programming
Interns at GF are provided with a immersive experience; interacting with employee resource groups, volunteering, one-on-one mentorship, work assignments prioritizing growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and access to leaders including the CEO during a fireside chat. From the beginning, interns work on meaningful and challenging projects which have direct impact to the business. These projects focus on process improvement, sustainability, waste reduction, or cost productivity. This project isn’t set in-stone as it can evolve over time as the intern learns more during the program. At the end of the program, interns present their projects to the broader GF team, their intern peers as well as Senior Leadership. After successful project completion, interns are often provided full-time offers to launch their career with GF.
