College to Corporate IT Internship

About the Role

As a Risk & Security Analyst intern in Vanguard’s College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting the teams that safeguard our systems, data, and clients. This immersive internship combines real-world project work, mentorship, and structured development to help you build technical, analytical, and business skills while developing foundational leadership capabilities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity and operational risks.
• Analyze potential threats, vulnerabilities, and fraud-related activity.
• Assist in developing reports, dashboards, or insights that support risk-informed decision-making.
• Partner with security, technology, and business teams to strengthen controls and processes.
• Gain exposure to cybersecurity frameworks, risk management practices, and digital ethics.
• Collaborate with Agile teams to contribute to ongoing initiatives and solutions.
• Build connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across Vanguard.
• Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support your development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk, or a related field.
• Interest in cybersecurity, threat analysis, risk management, or fraud prevention.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Curiosity about how systems can be protected and improved.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred.

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, paid 10-week summer internship.
• Start date: May/June 2027.
• Vanguard does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.