2027 IT / Cybersecurity Engineer Intern - Chicago, IL

NFP Corp • Chicago, IL

3d • $20 - $22

About The Position

Wealthspire’s 10-week Summer Internship Program offers hands-on exposure to the practices used to safeguard the firm’s systems, data, and technology infrastructure. As part of the Cybersecurity team, the intern will support proactive monitoring, threat detection, and incident response while learning about secure architecture design and maintenance. The intern will collaborate with Technology, Risk, and business colleagues to understand how security best practices are applied, risks are mitigated, business objectives are supported, and regulatory requirements are met.

The internship provides exposure to the financial services industry and experience in the IT/Cybersecurity function. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois. The hourly pay range is $20.00–$22.00, with possible eligibility for performance-based incentives. The role may require lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 25 pounds; reasonable accommodations are available to support essential job functions.

Requirements

• Strong interest in cybersecurity, technology risk, and information security.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, networks, operating systems, or cloud technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects at once.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably a rising senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Previous internship, academic project, or coursework related to cybersecurity is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems and review security alerts with the Cybersecurity team.
• Identify, document, and escalate potential security threats or vulnerabilities.
• Participate in incident response activities and help maintain accurate incident documentation.
• Support security assessments, testing, and remediation tracking.
• Assist with maintaining cybersecurity policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with Technology, Risk, and business teams on cybersecurity initiatives.
• Research emerging threats, security trends, and industry best practices.
• Help promote cybersecurity awareness and support compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Complete additional cybersecurity projects and assignments throughout the internship.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern