Identity Management Consultant Internships
Identity management consultant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience securing enterprise systems, mentorship from working identity management consultants, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Healthcare & Medical Services, with Costco Wholesale, Southwest Power Pool, and St. Luke's Health System among the employers posting roles now.
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See related jobsCostco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale, the third largest retailer in the world with wholesale operations in fourteen countries. Despite our size and explosive international expansion, we continue to provide a family, employee centric atmosphere in which our employees thrive and succeed.
This is an environment unlike anything in the high-tech world and the secret of Costco’s success is its culture. The value Costco puts on its employees is well documented in articles from a variety of publishers including Bloomberg and Forbes. Our employees and our members come FIRST. Costco is well known for its generosity and community service and has won many awards for its philanthropy. The company joins with its employees to take an active role in volunteering by sponsoring many opportunities to help others.
Come join the Costco Wholesale IT family. Costco IT is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working through exciting transformation efforts. We are building the next generation retail environment where you will be surrounded by dedicated and highly professional employees.
The Costco Digital Services Division is inviting students currently enrolled in an IT or related undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university to participate in a 12-week paid internship program during 2027. Interns will work within specific areas in Costco’s Information Systems Division. Interns will attend presentations given by various members of Executive Management from IT and other areas of the Company. At the end of the internship period, the intern will create and present a summary of their experience to their management and peers. Interns will be responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses. Housing is not provided. The program runs mid-June to early September and is located in Issaquah, WA. No out of state work allowed. All interns are required to be in the office 5 days a week and must adhere to the CDS.
Team Description:
Costco’s Identity and Access Management team is responsible for the design and implementation of Identity solutions that align with business goals and objectives. This is an intern role that is responsible for learning the design, implementation, and operations of identity systems in the Provisioning domain.
NOTE: While participating in the IT Internship program, an individual will be classified as an hourly temporary employee for the duration of the program. During the program, the individual may be asked to undergo the normal interview process for a level 1 position. If the individual is offered a position, they will be converted to the employment status matching open job they were selected for. If they are not selected for a regular position, the internship position will be complete in a maximum of twelve weeks.
If you want to be a part of one of the worldwide BEST companies “to work for”, simply apply and let your career be reimagined.
ROLE
- Works with stakeholders to identify solutions that support their business requirements.
- Works independently and within a team environment.
- Pays attention to detail, self-motivated with the ability to follow instructions and complete assignments on time.
- Learns and applies new concepts, processes and tools.
- Takes initiative to solve problems and multi-tasks by prioritizing projects and deadlines.
- Communicates effectively with team members, stakeholders and all levels of management.
- Understands and follows least privilege access principles while adhering to best practices in Identity Lifecycle Management.
- Triages issues under pressure and provides technical direction to peers.
- Plans, implements and analyzes provisioning architectures in a Global Enterprise environment.
- Provides leadership to large-scale enterprise IT projects and applies structured lifecycles (Plan, Design, and Implement) that meet business units' overall needs.
REQUIRED
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Possess good organizational, time, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, and stay well organized.
- Must be maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Students currently enrolled in an IT or related undergraduate or graduate program at a community college, college or university.
Recommended
- Costco warehouse, Ecommerce or retail experience is a plus.
- Proficient in Google Workspace applications, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Gmail.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
California applicants, please review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
Pay Range: $21.00/hr - $32.90/hr
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale, the third largest retailer in the world with wholesale operations in fourteen countries. Despite our size and explosive international expansion, we continue to provide a family, employee centric atmosphere in which our employees thrive and succeed.
This is an environment unlike anything in the high-tech world and the secret of Costco’s success is its culture. The value Costco puts on its employees is well documented in articles from a variety of publishers including Bloomberg and Forbes. Our employees and our members come FIRST. Costco is well known for its generosity and community service and has won many awards for its philanthropy. The company joins with its employees to take an active role in volunteering by sponsoring many opportunities to help others.
Come join the Costco Wholesale IT family. Costco IT is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working through exciting transformation efforts. We are building the next generation retail environment where you will be surrounded by dedicated and highly professional employees.
The Costco Digital Services Division is inviting students currently enrolled in an IT or related undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university to participate in a 12-week paid internship program during 2027. Interns will work within specific areas in Costco’s Information Systems Division. Interns will attend presentations given by various members of Executive Management from IT and other areas of the Company. At the end of the internship period, the intern will create and present a summary of their experience to their management and peers. Interns will be responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses. Housing is not provided. The program runs mid-June to early September and is located in Issaquah, WA. No out of state work allowed. All interns are required to be in the office 5 days a week and must adhere to the CDS.
Team Description:
Costco’s Identity and Access Management team is responsible for the design and implementation of Identity solutions that align with business goals and objectives. This is an intern role that is responsible for learning the design, implementation, and operations of identity systems in the Provisioning domain.
NOTE: While participating in the IT Internship program, an individual will be classified as an hourly temporary employee for the duration of the program. During the program, the individual may be asked to undergo the normal interview process for a level 1 position. If the individual is offered a position, they will be converted to the employment status matching open job they were selected for. If they are not selected for a regular position, the internship position will be complete in a maximum of twelve weeks.
If you want to be a part of one of the worldwide BEST companies “to work for”, simply apply and let your career be reimagined.
ROLE
- Works with stakeholders to identify solutions that support their business requirements.
- Works independently and within a team environment.
- Pays attention to detail, self-motivated with the ability to follow instructions and complete assignments on time.
- Learns and applies new concepts, processes and tools.
- Takes initiative to solve problems and multi-tasks by prioritizing projects and deadlines.
- Communicates effectively with team members, stakeholders and all levels of management.
- Understands and follows least privilege access principles while adhering to best practices in Identity Lifecycle Management.
- Triages issues under pressure and provides technical direction to peers.
- Plans, implements and analyzes provisioning architectures in a Global Enterprise environment.
- Provides leadership to large-scale enterprise IT projects and applies structured lifecycles (Plan, Design, and Implement) that meet business units' overall needs.
REQUIRED
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Possess good organizational, time, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, and stay well organized.
- Must be maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Students currently enrolled in an IT or related undergraduate or graduate program at a community college, college or university.
Recommended
- Costco warehouse, Ecommerce or retail experience is a plus.
- Proficient in Google Workspace applications, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Gmail.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
California applicants, please review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
Pay Range: $21.00/hr - $32.90/hr
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
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Tips for Your Identity Management Consultant Internship Search
Apply months before your target start date
Large employers in consulting, finance, and technology close summer internship applications as early as October or November the year before. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check for openings year-round rather than waiting until spring.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Hiring teams expect limited work history from interns and look for evidence instead. Set up a lab environment, configure an identity provider, document an access control project, or write a case study on role-based permissions, then link to it from your resume so reviewers have something concrete to assess.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff may know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity to widen the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Identity management consultant intern screens typically involve scenario-based questions on access governance, authentication protocols, and directory services, plus case discussions on real security problems. Practice explaining your reasoning as you work through each scenario, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as the answer you land on.
Target structured internship programs built for newcomers
Larger employers in consulting and technology run cohort or rotational security programs designed to train people new to identity management. These programs recruit early, often in the fall, and fill fast. Identify the programs that align with your background and apply in the first wave rather than waiting for openings to surface organically.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 0% of the identity management consultant internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're not sorting through roles you cannot take.
Identity Management Consultant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an identity management consultant internship?
Lead with coursework in cybersecurity, access management, or directory services, and build a portfolio of personal or class projects that hiring teams can actually review. A GitHub repository, documented lab environment, or case study walkthrough gives recruiters something concrete to assess for identity management consultant candidates. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an identity management consultant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for identity management consultant interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made so you can ask for feedback early. Position for one, but don't count on it when evaluating the opportunity.
When should I apply for identity management consultant internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, particularly in finance, technology, and consulting, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with application windows closing as early as October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking regularly is worthwhile regardless of the season.
Are identity management consultant internships paid?
Most professional identity management consultant internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, so checking individual postings is the clearest way to compare what different programs offer.
What should an identity management consultant internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and how you applied them, such as a configured identity provider, an access control lab, or a case study on role-based permissions. Link to code repositories or documentation where possible. Add relevant coursework and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote identity management consultant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the identity management consultant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational security or identity program internship?
Some large technology, consulting, and financial services employers run structured rotational security programs that place interns across identity governance, access management, and directory services teams over a single summer. These programs are built for candidates new to the field, recruit heavily from campus in the fall, and are competitive, so identifying and applying in the first wave matters.
Can international students get identity management consultant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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