Internship Opportunities

Summer Internship Program

Overview: 

ITI runs an 8-10-week Summer Internship Program (typically June through early August). Each year’s specific call for applications is published around early March, with application deadlines included in that announcement.

What Interns Do: 

Students work on real cybersecurity-related research and related projects, which may include: 

• Research and data analytics
• Application development and programming
• Systems and network operations support
• Technical writing, reporting, and presentations
• Web development or technical support tasks

Interns gain practical experience and often present their work at the end of the program.

Eligibility,  Qualifications, and Expectations: 

• Interns must be currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students at UIUC
• Students from any major are welcome to apply; however, some roles may require specific technical skills (e.g., programming or data analysis)
• Interest in cybersecurity or related fields is strongly encouraged
• Prior experience relevant to the role can strengthen an application but is not required for all positions
• A minimum GPA (e.g., 3.0) is preferred; however, GPA is only one factor considered during selection
• Interns are expected to contribute to ongoing ITI projects and collaborate professionally with researchers, staff, and fellow students

How to Apply: 

The ITI internship application form is open year-round. Students may submit an application at any time to be considered for both summer and academic-year opportunities.

Applicants should be prepared to submit: 

1. A current resume 
2. A brief statement of interest (cover letter format) outlining relevant skills and interests

There is no need to reapply multiple times; applications remain on file and are reviewed during the appropriate selection periods.

If interested, please submit your application, cover letter, and resume here.

Summer Internship Timeline: 

• Applications are reviewed annually in early spring
• Interviews are typically conducted during the second week of March
• Summer internship offers are generally made by the end of March

Students selected for the summer program will be contacted directly regarding next steps.

Academic Year Opportunities: 

Applications submitted outside the summer review window may also be considered for academic-year internships, which are filled on a rolling basis as needs arise.

Helpful Tip for Prospective Applicants: 

• Use your university’s career services or internship office to strengthen your application materials