Cybersecurity Industrial Controls Internship - Summer 2027

Idaho National Laboratory•Idaho Falls, ID

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Cyber Industrial Controls Intern to join the Enterprise Cybersecurity Department. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity initiatives that protect operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) in a scientific research environment. The intern will work closely with the Operational Technology Lead and cybersecurity professionals to help safeguard critical infrastructure, support cyber defense activities, and contribute to projects that enhance the security and resilience of industrial control systems supporting INL operations. The role also supports scientific research. It is an opportunity for students interested in cybersecurity, industrial control systems, critical infrastructure protection, and operational technology security. The team works a 9x80 schedule onsite in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The internship start date and duration vary based on project and student availability. Course credit may be available.

Requirements

Be enrolled full time in an undergraduate degree program at an accredited college or university, studying cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field.
Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
Be authorized to work in the United States, including through CPT or OPT.
Provide a current resume or CV.
Provide unofficial transcripts that include current and completed degree programs.
Provide a current class schedule and number of credits.

Responsibilities

Support cybersecurity initiatives that protect operational technology and industrial control systems.
Help safeguard critical infrastructure.
Support cyber defense activities.
Contribute to projects that improve the security and resilience of industrial control systems supporting INL operations.
Support scientific research.