Physical Security Intern (Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Security Studies, Cybersecurity Majors)

Avista Corporation•Spokane, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Avista is an energy company involved in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy and other energy-related businesses. Its service territory spans eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and parts of southern and eastern Oregon. Avista’s Physical Security team protects people, facilities, and critical infrastructure through security technology, risk assessments, incident response, and security program management. The Physical Security Intern supports security operations, emergency management, and compliance initiatives intended to protect Avista’s energy infrastructure. The intern may assist with monitoring systems, risk assessments, policy updates, and research into emerging security threats, gaining exposure to real-world security operations. The role collaborates with security professionals and business partners on facility security, security technology, compliance, risk management, program development, and incident response. This position is part of Avista’s Student Development Program, which provides a formal mentor, learning sessions about Avista departments, and tours of Avista facilities, including hydroelectric dams. The internship requires an on-site presence at Avista’s Spokane, Washington headquarters.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full time in college and pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Security Studies, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a professional team environment.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Support security operations, emergency management, and compliance initiatives to protect Avista’s energy infrastructure.
Assist with monitoring systems, risk assessments, policy updates, and research into emerging security threats.
Collaborate with security professionals and business partners on facility security, security technology, compliance activities, risk management, program development, and incident response.