Good company - Anonymous employee GlobalFoundries Employee Review

5.0
Jan 26, 2021
Anonymous employee
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Pros

I get constant feedback from the senior leadership team on all new company incentives, the pay is fantastic, and my manager is really great to work for. I get a ton of autonomy and am encouraged to innovate, grow, and develop new personal skills. Additionally, they've paid for my M.S. while I worked, and I'm set up well for future success thanks to that foundation

Cons

Typical semiconductor company, but with fewer perks. You get a good end of year bonus, but it doesn't hit your paycheck until almost June. Typically, you can expect good pay and benefits, but with the timeline of a typical corporate giant.

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5.0
Jul 23, 2026
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Pros

The people at GF are kind and knowledgeable.

Cons

As an intern, projects can be slow to uptake if tools are down. Always ask around for other jobs/tasks when your own project cannot progress.

5.0
Jul 23, 2026
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Pros

Real project ownership — you're trusted with work that impacts the business, not just busy work. Strong mentorship and support from experienced engineers and leaders. Exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing and technology. Plenty of networking opportunities with interns, managers, executives, and cross-functional teams. Professional development through training sessions, workshops, and leadership events. Fun intern community with social events, tours, challenges, and networking activities. Great opportunity to explore different career paths within a large global company.

Cons

The learning curve can be steep, especially if you're new to semiconductors. Large-company processes and approvals can sometimes move slowly. Manufacturing environments can be fast-paced and dependent on production schedules. Some projects may be too large to fully complete within a single summer.

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