Information Security Intern Jobs in Illinois

Information Security Intern jobs in Illinois are in steady demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare, insurance, and enterprise technology firms anchored in Chicago, with additional hiring in Schaumburg and Lisle. Major employers with lasting Illinois presences, including Allstate, Aon, and United Airlines, regularly bring on interns to support vulnerability assessment, security operations, and compliance work. Roles range from first-semester students in part-time rotations to graduating seniors on direct-to-hire tracks. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24
Top employerJLL
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring14
Work type62% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Senior Audit Project Manager - Information Security
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Senior Audit Project Manager - Information Security
U.S. Bank
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$127k - $149k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Information Systems Security Officer
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Information Systems Security Officer
Chickasaw Nation Industries
Rock Island, Illinois
Customer Support
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree

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Associate Principal, Internal Audit, Information Technology & Security
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Associate Principal, Internal Audit, Information Technology & Security
Options Clearing Corporation
Chicago, Illinois
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Operations
Security Engineering
$105k - $171k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
1,001-5,000

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Information Security Analyst
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Information Security Analyst
Katten
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$85k - $100k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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IT & Information Security Specialist
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IT & Information Security Specialist
Nanhua Financial (UK) Co Limited
Chicago, Illinois
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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Information Security Intern Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
9 jobs
Rock Island
2 jobs
Niles
1 job
Peoria
1 job
Quincy
1 job
Mattoon
1 job
O'Fallon
1 job
Scott AFB
1 job
Des Plaines
1 job

Information Security Intern Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

JLL1 open role
RLI1 open role
Amyx1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in information security intern jobs across Illinois.

  • Pursuing a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems
  • Familiarity with network security fundamentals and common attack vectors
  • Hands-on coursework or projects involving SIEM tools, firewalls, or intrusion detection
  • Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls
  • Ability to obtain Security+ or equivalent certification before or during the internship
  • Strong written communication skills for documenting findings and incident reports

Information Security Intern Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a information security intern in Illinois?

Most Illinois employers hire information security interns who are actively enrolled in a cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems degree program at an Illinois university or community college. There is no state-issued license required to intern in this field, but employers value candidates who have completed coursework in networking, operating systems, and security fundamentals. Earning CompTIA Security+ before applying significantly improves your competitiveness with major Illinois firms in finance and healthcare.

Which companies hire information security interns in Illinois?

Companies currently hiring information security interns in Illinois include JLL, RLI, and Amyx, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and large insurance carriers in the Chicago metro makes it one of the more active states for security intern recruiting.

Which Illinois cities have the most information security intern jobs?

Chicago, Rock Island, and Illinois have the most information security intern openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the majority of postings because of its dense cluster of financial institutions, insurance companies, and enterprise technology firms, while Schaumburg and Lisle attract openings from large corporate campuses and managed security service providers headquartered in the northwest suburbs.

Are there remote information security intern jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and they're more common than in many technical fields because a meaningful share of security intern work, including log analysis, vulnerability scanning, and documentation, is desk-based. About 77% of information security intern openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The most remote-friendly tasks are threat research and compliance documentation, while roles involving hands-on lab work or security operations centers tend to require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a information security intern in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to structured intern programs at large Illinois-based employers like Allstate, Discover, or Advocate Health, which recruit students as early as their sophomore year and do not require prior professional experience. Building a home lab, contributing to capture-the-flag competitions through Illinois university cybersecurity clubs, and earning CompTIA Security+ are the credentials that most consistently move candidates past the screening stage. Adjacent starting roles in IT help desk or network support at Illinois employers also serve as a common door into security teams.

Where can I find and apply to information security intern jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to information security intern jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that interest you.

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