About the role#
This is a 10-week summer internship for the 2027 season. You will work with the security team to plan, design, and implement controls that protect WoodmenLife. The role involves a mix of administrative support, research, and technical development. You will contribute to security operations automation and help improve how the organization manages risk. This is a full-time, hybrid position.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of information security controls.
- Conduct security audits on systems and applications, then partner with engineers to validate remediation.
- Research new security techniques and explore automation to handle repetitive analysis tasks.
- Support the Third-Party Service Provider program by assisting with risk assessments and documentation.
- Meet weekly with the Internship Cohort and present a capstone project at the end of the program.
- Shadow various office positions and participate in internal training to build professional skills.
- Contribute to specialized projects that support company strategic initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a sophomore, junior, or senior in a college degree program such as Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Computer Science.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Availability to work 38.75 hours per week.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- A DevSecOps mindset and an innovation-first approach to problem solving.
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
- A commitment to accountability, sound decision quality, and a growth mindset.
- A desire to make an impact in local communities.
Location & details#
- Location: Omaha, Nebraska.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About WoodmenLife
WoodmenLife is a not-for-profit life insurance company founded in 1890. Based in Omaha, Nebraska, the organization provides life insurance, annuities, and retirement products to members across the United States. It operates as the Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society. The company maintains a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees.
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