Cybersecurity Internship - Summer 2027

Wipfli is a professional services firm whose CyberTech division provides cybersecurity testing and advisory services. The Cybersecurity Intern will support technical assessments, client-facing engagements, cybersecurity risk mitigation, security program development, and reporting under the guidance of experienced consultants.

What you'll do:

• Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and cloud security reviews
• Participate in social engineering exercises including phishing simulations, pretext calling, and physical penetration testing
• Use tools such as NMAP, Nessus, BurpSuite, and Metasploit to identify and analyze vulnerabilities
• Assist in cybersecurity risk assessments and deliver reports with findings and recommendations
• Support clients in developing business continuity plans, incident response strategies, and security awareness training
• Help draft and refine security program documentation, including POAMs and policy roadmaps
• Shadow consultants during client engagements and contribute to kickoff decks and final reports
• Participate in tabletop exercises, threat assessments, and sandbox environment simulations
• Lead or participate on engagements that perform information and cyber security risk assessments and deliver reports with results, gaps, findings and recommendations
• Assist clients with the implementation of their information security programs including development and consulting assistance with; business continuity and incident response plans, security awareness training, written information security program and policy documentation
• Collaborate with peer advisors and performance coaches to gain exposure across CyberTech service lines

What they're looking for:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related disciplines
• Above average class performance as demonstrated by college GPA
• Strong organizational skills in coordinating multiple projects/tasks simultaneously, and meeting deadlines
• Great attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• A general understanding of networking concepts and protocols
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to build and foster professional business relationships
• Desire to help companies maximize value by leveraging technology and process improvement
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status)

Benefits:

• Paid sick leave
• Access to free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid work arrangement, with associates regularly working 2-3 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites