Summer 2026 T-Mobile Secure Federal Operations - IT/Cybersecurity Internship

T-Mobile•Herndon, VA

38d•$20 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

T-Mobile is synonymous with innovation-and you could be part of the team that disrupted an entire industry! We reinvented customer service, brought real 5G to the nation, and now we're shaping the future of technology in wireless and beyond. Our work is as exciting as it is rewarding, so consider the career opportunity below as your invitation to grow with us, make big things happen with us, above all, #BEYOU with us. Together, we won't stop! Get hands-on experience, training-and a leg up on a bright future. Learn. Achieve. Build a career. T-Mobile is revolutionizing the wireless industry for millions of customers nationwide. Working here means rolling up your sleeves and redefining the status quo with a team that has your back every step of the way! This is an 11-week paid learning experience during which you'll be able to connect and network with other interns and leaders within the company. We invite you to come innovate with mentors who will challenge you to develop meaningful skills. You'll contribute your creativity and outstanding ideas, while working alongside T-Mobile employees. We'll give you hands-on projects and the chance to create an immediate impact. This is a hybrid position required to be working in our Herndon, VA office at least 2 days a week. At T-Mobile Secure Federal Operations (TSFO), we focus on developing innovative solutions for sensitive customers within the U.S. Government. Together with our parent company, T-Mobile, TSFO supports the warfighter and the US DoD in today's complex threat environment, in which speed and security are paramount. The IT/Cybersecurity Team is responsible for managing and securing the organization's information systems, monitoring for cyber threats, implementing security controls, responding to incidents, maintaining compliance with regulations, and educating staff on safe technology practices. TSFO offers a fast-paced environment that will improve your IT and Cybersecurity skills as you help craft our success. You will work across the different functions at TSFO and make a difference in how we do business. The intern will have the opportunity to learn various IT and Cybersecurity processes, supporting U.S. Government programs and contracts.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Network & Systems Administration, or a similar field
Interest in Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Interest in a career in telecommunications, law, or Government
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Self-Starter: Takes initiative and drives projects forward with minimal supervision, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and action
Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with peers and across teams to achieve shared goals/outcomes, fostering a culture of trust and accountability
Strong Communication Skills: Communicates with clarity, confidence, and professionalism
Works Well Independently: Demonstrates strong ownership and follow-through, effectively managing priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced environment
Critical Thinking: Applies sound judgment and analytical reasoning to evaluate information, solve complex problems, and make informed decisions
At least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Must be actively enrolled in a degree program
Legally authorized to work in the United States
US Citizenship (without dual citizenship) required
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government DoD Security Clearance if converted to a full-time position following the internship
Ability to pass pre-employment drug test