About the role#
As a Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Intern, you will support risk management initiatives across both corporate IT and plant-floor OT environments. You will work alongside experienced practitioners to gain hands-on experience with cybersecurity frameworks and controls. This role involves tracking compliance, measuring cybersecurity effectiveness, and supporting data governance efforts within a hybrid enterprise.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to risk management activities, including identifying, documenting, and tracking cybersecurity risks.
- Support risk assessments, business impact analysis inputs, and mitigation tracking.
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
- Assist with information classification and data governance by aligning systems with enterprise protection standards.
- Prepare documentation for internal and external audits, cybersecurity assessments, and control validation.
- Foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's program or higher, or graduation within one year of the May/June start date.
- Degree focus in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, MIS, Information Technology, Network Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proficiency with generative AI tools for research, analysis, and automation, including familiarity with AI agents.
- Knowledge of information security concepts such as confidentiality, integrity, availability, access control, and risk management.
- Awareness of frameworks including NIST, NIS2, TISAX, and ISO 27001.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain technical topics to various audiences.
- Ability to balance technical tasks with stakeholder meetings and documentation.
- Interest in manufacturing and industrial cybersecurity (OT security).
Location & details#
- Location: Detroit, Michigan.
- Term: Summer 2027 (beginning in May or June).
- Work Modality: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office, 1 day remote).
- Compensation: $21 - $29 per hour, based on anticipated graduation year.
- Benefits: Housing and transportation stipend, professional development, networking events, and company social events.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship. This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Daimler Truck North America
Daimler Truck North America operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG. Founded in 1942, the company produces heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks along with specialized commercial vehicles. It manages brands such as Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, and Thomas Built Buses from its headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The firm also supplies diesel engines and components while maintaining a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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