About the role#
This is a 9-week, full-time, on-site internship for Summer 2027. You will work directly with security engineers to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data. The role involves hands-on experience across multiple areas of security operations within a global financial services firm.
What you'll do#
- Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutions alongside experienced engineers.
- Participate in security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and threat monitoring.
- Support penetration testing, including the execution of test cases and the compilation of reports.
- Assist with threat modeling and set up infrastructure for red teaming exercises.
- Learn to conduct penetration testing on web and mobile applications.
- Own specific security projects while collaborating with the team for guidance.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related degree program.
- A minimum GPA of 3.5.
- A basic understanding of network and application security concepts.
- Familiarity with common security tools and technologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Preference for students graduating between December 2027 and May 2028.
Location & details#
- Location: Greenwich, Connecticut.
- Term: Summer 2027 (9 weeks).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Interactive Brokers
Interactive Brokers provides automated trade execution and custody services for financial assets. The firm operates across more than 160 global markets and serves individual investors, hedge funds, and financial advisors. It maintains a platform for portfolio management, research, and trading tools. The company is based in Greenwich, Connecticut, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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