Description

Enterprise Technology & Security Summer Internship Program: Corporate Security and Resilience 

Calling all emerging technologists!

Looking to gain practical, hands-on experience in the field of cyber/corporate security? The Enterprise Technology & Security Summer Internship Program is a critical program within Enterprise Technology & Security Services that helps passionate early career professionals gain real-world exposure to groundbreaking technology. 

Corporate Security and Resilience Track 
The CS&R Intern will be responsible for assisting on a number of initiatives to improve processes and implement efficiencies within Cybersecurity, Security Engineering and Architecture, or Identity and Access Management teams.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Creating and/or maintaining databases and management reports; May also include reporting, data management and other ad hoc requirements in an accurate and timely manner.Collect, review and analyze data and/or documentation to ensure compliance with department SLAs, policies, procedures and/or regulatory and risk requirements; and/or support of departmental programs and projects.Support existing security capabilities and the design / service delivery of next generation security technologies.Maintenance of enterprise security standards, design patterns, and capability roadmapsUtilize department specific systems applications.  Manage competing priorities in an accurate and timely manner.

Note: This Internship program begins in late May 2026

Experience during the program
In this 10-week program, interns will gain a strong understanding of Software Engineering at Citizens. This program also provides mentorship, exposure to senior leadership, and participation in a variety of activities to further develop professional skills, including:

Orientation with all ETS internsProfessional development workshops (such as Personal Branding and Communicating with Impact)Social activities (such as sporting events and a bank-wide intern BBQ)Dedicated community service activities

Life after the program
High-performing interns interested in pursuing a career within Enterprise Technology & Security may be extended an offer to return as a Full-time colleague in our Enterprise Technology & Security Development Program (ETSDP) upon graduation. The ETSDP is a full-time program that helps rising professionals build a meaningful career within software, network/systems, data or cloud engineering, technology risk and security. 

Qualifications

Basic qualifications:

Successfully complete a video interview assessment within 4 days of receiving the link. If not completed within the timeframe, your application will be automatically withdrawn from consideration.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Software Engineering Expected graduation date of May 2027Minimum GPA 3.0Solid organizational and time-management skillsBasic knowledge of Information Security, and/or business controlsIntermediate to advanced skills in Excel, and PowerPointDemonstrated ability to operate in a team environment; good interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

Coursework or professional exposure/experience with cybersecurity or corporate security

Previous exposure to software development and/or engineering.Attention to detail; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Familiarity with operating systems such as Windows, Linux and MacOSUnderstanding of banking industry specific threats and challenges

Hours and Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: M-F 8:30am - 5pm

Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.