Cybersecurity and Privacy Intern - Summer 2027

Grant Thornton • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Grant Thornton’s Cybersecurity & Privacy practice gives interns the opportunity to apply their technology background while developing business and project management skills. Interns work with the team on diverse client engagements across cybersecurity and privacy, including cyber program strategy, identity and access management, ethical hacking, incident management, threat detection and response, cloud security, privacy regulatory compliance, cookie and consent management, data protection, and the integration of artificial intelligence into cybersecurity and privacy solutions.

Interns participate in all phases of the engagement lifecycle, including planning, engagement management, and project wrap-up. They are also expected to contribute to business growth by identifying business development opportunities, participating in marketing and brand initiatives, and assisting with thought leadership. The position is based in the Manhattan, New York office and follows the firm’s hybrid work model, requiring in-person attendance at least three days per week at a Grant Thornton office or client site. Travel may be required. The stated pay rate is $40 per hour.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in computer engineering, computer science, information systems, data analytics, informatics, management with a cybersecurity minor, a technology-specialized program with hands-on technology experience, cybersecurity, or information security; an optional J.D. with an interest in cybersecurity and data privacy is also noted.
• Strong business and technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in learning clients’ businesses and helping solve their problems.
• Ability to connect business strategy, technology, and cybersecurity and privacy compliance requirements to deliver sustainable client solutions.
• Strong thinking, analytical, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple priorities and simultaneous projects.
• Enthusiasm for learning through structured, on-the-job, and self-directed training.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Cybersecurity & Privacy team throughout engagement planning, engagement management, and project wrap-up.
• Contribute to projects such as cyber strategy and program design, business and cyber strategy alignment, AI in cybersecurity and privacy, privacy compliance, cookie and consent management, data protection, cloud security, identity and access management, cyber threat monitoring, cyber incident management, cyber war gaming, and ethical hacking.
• Identify business development opportunities and participate in marketing and brand initiatives.
• Assist with developing Grant Thornton thought leadership.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental, and vision insurance programs and employee assistance program.
• Minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
• Paid firm holidays that fall within the internship period.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern