Information Security Manager Internships
Information security manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience protecting real systems, mentorship from working security professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Tesla, Oracle, and State of North Carolina Department of Information Technology among the employers posting roles now.
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The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT’s mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet.
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NC Department of Information Technology Internship Program Fall/Winter 2026The NC Department of Information Technology offers two (2) internship programs designed for people at all stages looking to enter the technology field. Interns are paid $20 per hour and work 20 to 40 hours a week in both programs, either fully onsite or on a hybrid schedule, depending on the position requirements and location. While providing "real-world" work experience, ensuring interns contribute to the day-to-day operations of the NC Department of Information Technology.
Preference is given to candidates who either reside in North Carolina or are within a three-hour commute of the assigned duty station for the internship.
The Fall/Winter 2026 internship will start on September 28, 2026 and will conclude on March 26, 2027.
Future Technologist
- People who do not yet have technology-related education or experience
- High school students and candidates with limited IT-related education and experience
- Individuals who may be seeking a new career path in an IT-related field but with limited education and experience
NCDIT Tech Internship
- Students in IT-related degree programs attending a North Carolina college or university
- North Carolina residents attending equivalent out-of-state institutions in IT-related degree programs
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Intern – DAC/DPS Information Security Officer
The intern will support software validation activities, assist with creating security awareness and educational materials, and contribute to IT Security Office services awareness and professional development efforts.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
EEO Statement
T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Anaja Lakeiya McClintonRecruiter Email:
dit_hr_recruitment@nc.gov
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Tips for Your Information Security Manager Internship Search
Apply earlier than the season suggests
Large employers open summer information security manager internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates. Check listings consistently rather than waiting for one seasonal window so you catch structured programs and rolling postings alike.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Without work history, your projects are your proof. Document two or three security projects with the tools you used, the problem you solved, and a link recruiters can open, such as a GitHub repository, a capture-the-flag writeup, or a documented home lab. Relevant coursework in networking, cryptography, or risk management rounds out what you show.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters at those fairs often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviews
Information security manager intern screens typically involve technical questions covering networking concepts, security frameworks, threat analysis scenarios, or tool-specific knowledge. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer you reach.
Target structured internship programs built for new entrants
Many large organizations run formal security internship cohorts designed to train candidates who are new to the field, often tied to rotational programs in IT or risk functions. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first wave rather than waiting until postings have been live for weeks.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 100% of the information security manager internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take. Filtering early keeps your attention on applications worth completing.
Information Security Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an information security manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that gives recruiters something concrete to assess: documented security projects, GitHub repositories showing your tooling, or write-ups of capture-the-flag challenges you have completed. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an information security manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for information security manager interns is consistent performance on real project work, whether the team has open headcount at the end of your term, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering on assigned work and asking for feedback, without counting on an offer before it is made.
When should I apply for information security manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes opening applications in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single seasonal wave means you catch both the early structured programs and the later rolling postings.
Are information security manager internships paid?
Most professional information security manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon at companies with formal security programs. Checking each listing directly is the most reliable way to see what a specific employer offers.
What should an information security manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools you used and where a recruiter can see the work, such as a linked GitHub repository, a published vulnerability writeup, or a documented lab environment you built. Add relevant coursework covering networking, cryptography, or risk management. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote information security manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the information security manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract a national applicant pool, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Filter by work type when you start your search so you are only reviewing listings that match what you can actually commit to.
Can international students get information security manager 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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