Cybersecurity Intern (Summer 2027)

Minitab • State College, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Intern assists with the organization, development, and administration of cybersecurity infrastructure, documentation, and governance systems, working across functional departments to support continuous improvement. The intern supports Minitab’s ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 cybersecurity programs, conducts vendor assessments and risk analyses, helps manage system inventories and access reviews, and contributes to cybersecurity policies, procedures, and training processes. The role also involves reviewing service performance reports, identifying security gaps and improvement opportunities, troubleshooting, and owning assigned work packages and projects from start to finish. The position is an onsite summer internship at Minitab’s Corporate Headquarters in State College, Pennsylvania. Remote work is not available. The role is ineligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

• At least 16 semester credits in cybersecurity, network security, computer science, computer programming, computer engineering, information technology, information science, information systems management, network administration, or a pertinent scientific, technical, or related area.
• Familiarity with various cybersecurity frameworks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proficiency and interest in technical writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and/or project management skills.
• Knowledge of cyber threat, vulnerability, and risk management.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and a proactive work ethic.
• Ability to work approximately 15–29 hours per week.
• Must be available to work onsite at Minitab’s Corporate Headquarters in State College, Pennsylvania.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Being a degree candidate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide organizational support for the company’s ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 cybersecurity programs and processes.
• Conduct vendor cybersecurity assessments and risk analyses to identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential threats.
• Support management of the system inventory and system access reviews.
• Edit, analyze, and draft cybersecurity policies and procedures in compliance with NIST and ISO standards.
• Assist with development and administration of training infrastructure and processes.
• Provide ongoing optimization and problem-solving support.
• Review service performance reports, identify significant issues and variances, initiate corrective actions when needed, and follow up on outstanding issues.
• Identify gaps or potential enhancements in existing security practices.
• Take ownership of assigned work packages and projects and deliver them end to end.
• Keep the Line Manager and peers informed of activities, workload, and availability.

Benefits

• Structured intern program with social activities and networking opportunities with other interns and Minitab colleagues, including the CEO.
• Substantive projects intended to make an impact on Minitab’s business and customers.
• Professional and welcoming working environment offering skills and experience.
• Access to an onsite gym is mentioned as part of potential intern activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed