Security Engineer Intern - Richmond, VA

CoStar Group is a global provider of real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. The Security Engineer Intern will gain hands-on experience in enterprise cybersecurity through vulnerability management, endpoint security, threat detection, security controls, cybersecurity operations, and project work while learning from experienced team members.

What you'll do:

• Develop a working prototype to solve a cybersecurity challenge
• Perform cybersecurity operations such as responding to alerts, analyzing findings, or tuning controls
• Assist in a cybersecurity project while learning from experienced team members and building a foundation in modern cybersecurity practices

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited, not-for-profit university or college in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a comparable major
• Must be planning to return to school following the completion of the Summer 2027 internship
• Must have an expected graduation date of December 2027 - June 2028
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity through personal endeavors outside of undergraduate degree program
• Available to participate in the full 10-week summer internship program and commit to a 40-hour work week throughout the internship
• Coursework, project, internship, research, or work experience related to cybersecurity, networking, operating systems, cloud computing, scripting, automation, system administration, or comparable technical disciplines
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly in written and verbal formats
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• We welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full-time in the United States to apply
• Ability to describe cybersecurity concepts such as vulnerability management, endpoint security, network security, authentication, access controls, or incident response
• Exposure to scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience in a large enterprise cybersecurity program
• Each intern is paired with a dedicated mentor to support technical development, career growth, and day-to-day learning throughout the program.
• The option to work from home on Friday
• A collaborative and innovative culture working alongside the best and brightest