Reverse Engineer/Vulnerability Research Co-op (Spring 2027)

Battelle • Columbus, OH

2d • $20 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Reverse Engineering/Vulnerability Research Intern for the Spring Semester 2027 (January-April). This position is onsite, located in Columbus, OH. Battelle Cyber Engineers solve the toughest Computer Science problems in the world. We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology. Our high-powered computer labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineers have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions. Our team is casual. We usually wear t-shirts and jeans. We are a close-knit group and enjoy participating in social activities outside of work. Whether it is visiting local restaurants, bowling, Korean BBQ, or paintball we always have a good time. Battelle is committed to its employee’s professional growth. We encourage new ideas with our large Internal Research and Development (IRAD) program where engineers work on projects they are passionate about.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or any other related field of study
• Must have at least 1-year of college level coursework completed
• Experience writing or debugging software code in C or C++ or debugging microcontroller code (C or C++)
• Fundamental knowledge of computer architecture and experience working with computer assembly languages (x86, x64, ARM, MIPS)
• Familiarity with disassemblers/decompilers (IDA Pro/Free, Ghidra, Binary Ninja)
• Interest in one or more of the following areas: Computer Network Defense (CND), Computer Network Operations, Information Operations, and/or Cyber Operations; Electrical engineering, microelectronics, and embedded systems; Reverse Engineering, Vulnerability Research/Discovery
• Ability to demonstrate good organization, communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
• Must be a sole US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Ability to apply learned cyber skills to real life scenarios (internships, hack-a-thons, cyber security clubs, CTFs, etc.)
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience with one or more of the following areas: High level software languages such as Java, C#, or Python; Low level debug tools such as GDB, OllyDbg, WinDbg, or Immunity Debugger; Microcontroller design and assembly languages; Traditional electronics lab equipment supporting test and debug activities; Reverse engineering embedded hardware and software; Analyzing disassembled code; Programming and using data acquisition tools

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Mission Focused Tools to improve reverse engineering and embedded system development capabilities, integrating hardware, software, and reverse engineering tasks
• Support the latest Mission Focused Tools Unit’s research and development programs
• Learn and improve your reverse engineering and vulnerability research skills through project and team building activities
• Conduct and / or participate in assigned technical tasks and activities with minimum supervision and within time and budget constraints.
• Work independently and effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment; Effectively communicate ideas with other engineers; and work with minimal supervision

Benefits

• $2,000 housing stipend for students relocating more than 50 miles from home and university
• Flexible work schedules: Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
• Enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community
• Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues
• Opportunities for philanthropic involvement to give back and make an impact in the community

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree