Internship, Security Sector, Fall 2026

About the role#

The Desjardins Group Security Office (DGSO) is seeking interns for the Fall 2026 term to support cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and information protection initiatives. This is a full-time, paid internship opportunity designed for students to contribute to projects, learn from security professionals, and develop technical and analytical skills in a collaborative environment.

What you'll do#

• Support operational security by applying knowledge of risk analysis, vulnerability assessment, and threat monitoring, including the integration of controls into IT projects.
• Assist with physical security audits by monitoring discrepancies, assessing security measures and continuity plans, and drafting governance documentation.
• Provide guidance to business sectors regarding personal information protection.
• Conduct legal research on cybersecurity laws and regulations, analyze security clauses in contracts, and assist in preparing legal files.
• Contribute to the development of security practices that align with organizational and regulatory requirements.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Data Science.
• Requirement that your educational institution credits or certifies this internship toward your degree.
• Relevant prior work or internship experience.
• Proficiency in French.

Location & details#

• Term: Fall 2026.
• Modality: On-site.
• Locations: Montréal and Lévis, Quebec.