Information Security Intern, Summer 2026

Independent Bank • Ionia, MI

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About The Position

Are you interested in exploring your potential and growing from real-world experience? If so, we are looking for goal-oriented, disciplined, and eager-to-learn individuals to be a part of our 2026 Internship Program. At Independent Bank we promote a culture that encourages professional growth and embraces the collective sum of your individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent. We value diversity of thought, ideas, and background. Our inclusive and collaborative culture helps us find the best solutions to meet the needs of our clients and company. As an Information Security Intern, you will gain hands-on experience working directly with the Information Security team at Independent Bank. You will support our efforts in securing our information systems, ensuring compliance with security policies and helping to identify and mitigate potential threats.

Requirements

• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Eagerness to learn.
• Must be currently enrolled or recently graduated in a relevant field of study: IT, Risk Management, Information Security.

Nice To Haves

• Industry certifications would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing security events to identify potential risks.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of security tools, technologies and policies.
• Review vulnerability assessments help prioritize remediations.
• Participate in the development and updating of security documentation, including policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Collaborate with IT, Risk Management and other functional business areas to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Earn a competitive hourly wage.
• Full-Time opportunity for the summer.
• Receive development and mentoring from leaders of Independent Bank.
• Collaborate with fellow interns and business partners.
• Participate in a joint intern project and present your group's recommendations to Independent Bank's executive leadership team.
• Assist other departments and teams as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees