College Intern – Cyber Defense

LTHC

. Participate in a 10-week paid summer internship program .

Posted 9/23/2026part-timeRochester • New York • United StatesEntry Level💰 $18 - $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in Cybersecurity, Threat Hunting, and Security Operations, with strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively engage with diverse audiences. Capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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CybersecurityThreat HuntingSecurity Operations Center (SOC) OperationsVulnerability ManagementExcellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Cyber Defense ServicesOffensive SecurityDigital ForensicsInformation SecurityMicrosoft Office Suite

Soft Skills

TeamworkRelationship-BuildingOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Industry Keywords

Computing SciencesInformation TechnologyContinuous ImprovementConfidentialityFast-Paced Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in a 10-week paid summer internship program
Attend development workshops focused on key business concepts
Work on meaningful projects with mentorship from managers
Complete a primary Cyber Defense Services project tailored to interests
Shadow the Security Operations Center (SOC) and Cyber Threat Assessment teams
Observe and participate in defensive and offensive cybersecurity activities
Gain hands-on exposure to day-to-day operations, coordination, and management of cybersecurity teams
Support key strategic projects with a mentor
Complete assignments based on business needs, departmental priorities, and qualifications
Perform technical and non-technical business-related tasks
Create and deliver a presentation at the end of the internship
Protect member privacy and maintain confidentiality
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Perform other functions as assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate or graduate student with proof of continuous full-time college enrollment
High school diploma
Good academic standing
Desired major in Computing Sciences & Information Technology, Information Security, Digital Forensics, or similar program
Preferred experience with Cybersecurity, Threat Hunting, Offensive Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Operations Center (SOC) Operations, and Security Engineering
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interact with technical and non-technical audiences and staff at all company levels
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
Teamwork and relationship-building skills
Organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
Proactive, creative, and flexible approach to assigned tasks
Commitment to continuous improvement
Ability to work independently and on intra- and inter-departmental teams
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience using a desktop computer in a professional environment
Ability to sit and/or stand at a workstation while using a computer, keyboard, mouse, and/or phone for three or more hours at a time
Ability to travel across the Health Plan service region as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid 10-week summer internship
Development workshops
Mentorship under respective managers
Networking opportunities
Paid holidays
Retirement plan
Group health and/or dental insurance
Wellness program
Paid time away from work
Opportunity for remote work on a case-by-case basis
Housing is not provided