Cybersecurity Engineer Summer 2026 Internships

Southwest Airlines • Dallas, TX

12h • $25 - $29 • Remote

About The Position

Notice: We ask that you apply with your personal email address rather than your school email (.edu) so we can stay connected about future roles at Southwest. Be sure to attach a resume to your application. The Cybersecurity Engineer Intern will be within the Cybersecurity Engineering Operations Team’s Andromeda pod. As a Cybersecurity Engineer Intern, you'll have a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple domains, including network and endpoint security, incident response, and vulnerability management. Interns contribute to meaningful security operations, working on projects such as firewalls, certificate management, and SIEM/EDR, while benefiting from a collaborative Culture built on strong documentation and open communication. With access to cross-Team initiatives, learning sessions, and mentorship, this internship provides a solid foundation for professional growth and a successful career in cybersecurity.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education required.
• Progress towards a degree, major, or minor in Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or Information Technology, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering , Business, or a similar degree.
• Progress towards a 4-year undergraduate degree preferred.
• To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student (as defined by your university) at the time of application and during the internship.
• 1-2 semester s remaining at the time the internship ends is preferred.
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application.
• Ability to analyze and resolve simple to medium complexity issues in hardware, software, and networking
• Knowledge of data privacy practices and laws
• Demonstrate s programming aptitude, logical/abstract thinking, and participation in system testing
• Quick learner, self-motivated, and effective in fast-paced, team-oriented environments
• Values a culture of openness, respect, and collaboration
• Able to prioritize effectively and take on multiple assignments, whether administrative or project-related, while maintaining a successful level of completion in all responsible work
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based, Customer service-oriented environment with a high regard for hospitality
• Must maintain a consistent weekly schedule during normal business hours at a max of 8 hours per day
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number to complete the full hiring process
• U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of software development methodologies, technologies, and troubleshooting.
• Exposure to technologies such as AWS, PING, eDirectory , Active Directory, CyberArk, InsightVM , Venafi, and CrowdStrike Next Gen SIEM.
• Knowledge of passwords, multi-factor authentication, and Agile methodologies.
• Previous internship, project work, or experience in Software or Cybersecurity Engineering within the past 12 months.
• Familiarity with project management principles (timelines, budgets, deliverables).

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, may be responsible for vendor management, partner governance, and system oversight to deploy , monitor , and maintain secure solutions throughout their lifecycle.
• Work with a Team to research issues, plan and recommend solutions, and support the coordination of system and software developments. This includes monitoring performance, identifying bottlenecks, and collaborating with partners to implement fixes.
• Help ensure high system and infrastructure availability levels by addressing and resolving low-to-medium complexity escalations.
• Support the implementation and ongoing updates of platform strategies and roadmaps to strengthen security posture.
• Stay informed of emerging technology trends and best practices relevant to cybersecurity and system operations.
• Contribute to team projects by meeting deadlines, fulfilling commitments, and delivering quality results.

Benefits

• Receive free, unlimited space available travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel).
• Interns will be provided any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED