2027 Summer Cybersecurity Intern

About the Role

WoodmenLife is seeking a Cybersecurity Intern for Summer 2027 to develop an understanding of cybersecurity controls, processes, and tasks. This internship provides real-world experience and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, design, and implementation of security controls to safeguard WoodmenLife.
• Support departmental administrative functions to meet daily objectives and project deadlines.
• Perform research and analysis to support departmental needs.
• Develop security solutions or process enhancements to address risk and improve business efficiency.
• Contribute to security operations automation to increase speed, consistency, and effectiveness of security outcomes.
• Gain exposure to the WoodmenLife organization through meetings with the Internship Cohort, Executive Leadership, and division-level leaders.
• Summarize and present a capstone presentation of the internship experience, including project accomplishments, skill development, and key learnings.
• Assist with the development, implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of Information Security controls to ensure compliance with WL policies and standards.
• Conduct security audits on applications and systems to document and present findings with recommended solutions and procedural changes.
• Conduct research and/or development for new information security techniques to evaluate applicability to WL’s Information Resources, with an emphasis on automation opportunities.
• Assist with the Third-Party Service Provider (TPSP) program, including monitoring security profiles, assisting with risk assessments, and updating documentation.
• Assist with specialized projects to support WoodmenLife strategic initiatives.
• Shadow multiple office positions and train in a variety of tasks.
• Develop skills related to program of study through internal training opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
• Be involved in targeted projects such as vulnerability assessments, artificial intelligence, internal security audits, detection engineering, log onboarding/data quality improvement, and automation of security workflows.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ability to work 38.75 hours per week.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively while working collaboratively.
• Self-motivated and a team player.
• Demonstrates strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Demonstrates Innovation-first and DevSecOps mindset.
• Ability to provide seamless, trustworthy, attentive, and resourceful (S.T.A.R.) customer service.
• Passion for making an impact in local communities.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of decisions and responsibilities, follows through on commitments, prioritizes tasks effectively, and builds trust.
• Decision Quality: Makes sound decisions by applying critical thinking, evaluating available information, and anticipating outcomes.
• Growth Mindset: Demonstrates adaptability and resilience by embracing challenges, learning from experience, and supporting change.

Qualifications

• Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field(s).
• Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA.