GPSU Cybersecurity Summer Internship

As an intern at GuidePoint Security you will work closely with industry-leading subject matter experts to provide first-class cyber security services. Interns will complete in-house training programs while working on projects to enhance their security knowledge and skills. Interns will gain experience through:

• Hands-On Technical Development

• Real-World Security Response

• Collaborative Project Work

• Team and Position Shadowing

• Partner-led Vendor Training and Certifications

Are you a good fit for the role?

We are looking for candidates eager to begin their journey within the security industry. Qualified candidates will:

• Be physically located within the United States during the entire duration of the internship

• Be enrolled full-time in a college or university with an expected graduation in 2026/2027

• Have a basic understanding of information technology networking operating systems and security

• Have a genuine passion for information security

• Be motivated and eager to learn new skills

• Have demonstrated efforts toward entering cybersecurity which may include:

  • Obtaining certifications

  • Attending trainings

  • Pursuing a formal education

  • Participating in industry organizations

  • Contributing to personal or industry projects

This position is not available for candidates living in the following states: Alaska California Hawaii New Mexico New York Oregon Vermont Washington and Wyoming.

Internship Details and Expectations :

This is a part-time remote paid internship ($20hr) that is offered as part of a GPSU cohort running from May 18 - Aug 7 2026 . Interns are expected to:

• Work a majority of hours between 11am-4pm EST Monday through Friday ranging from 25-29hrs/wk

• Attend the mandatory in-person onboarding at one of the following office locations: Reston VA or Tampa FL (location TBD) from May 18 - May 21 2026 (all expenses paid)

• Have a personal computing device and access to high-speed internet during working hours

While the internship does allow flexible hours interns will often be required to attend trainings and shadowing opportunities between the hours of 11am - 4pm EST Monday - Friday. It is vital for the intern's development to attend these events so we can only accept candidates who are largely available during these hours. For more information on our GPSU program please visit our website .

Evaluation Process:

• GPSU team receives and reviews applications as they are submitted

• Selected candidates conduct a 30-minute screen with technical recruiter

• Chosen candidates will be invited to conduct a 4-hour virtual technical assessment

• Candidates who successfully complete the technical assessment will be invited to a 1-hour technical interview

The below perks are for those that join GuidePoint Security for full-time employment only.