Information Security Intern Jobs for OPT Students
Information Security Intern roles are among the most OPT-friendly positions in tech, with employers regularly filing H-1B petitions for strong interns. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives you enough runway to prove your value and convert to full-time sponsorship.
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The Information Security Intern is responsible for assisting the Information Security team with various components of Benjamin Moore's information security program.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and update documentation for policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
- Assistance with the deployment and upkeep of the information security department's website content.
- Provide first level compliance monitoring and investigations.
- Assist with forensics analysis and fact gathering.
- Assist with vulnerability assessments for specific applications, services, networks, and servers as required.
- Record and track application risks and remediation efforts.
- Assist with tools including but not limited to SIEM, IPS, Netflow, e-mail gateway protection, and DLP tools.
Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a full-time undergraduate/graduate student in good academic standing.
- Strong writing skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preference given to students enrolled with a concentration in Information Technology, Cyber Security or majoring in Computer Science.
INTRODUCTION
The Information Security Intern is responsible for assisting the Information Security team with various components of Benjamin Moore's information security program.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and update documentation for policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
- Assistance with the deployment and upkeep of the information security department's website content.
- Provide first level compliance monitoring and investigations.
- Assist with forensics analysis and fact gathering.
- Assist with vulnerability assessments for specific applications, services, networks, and servers as required.
- Record and track application risks and remediation efforts.
- Assist with tools including but not limited to SIEM, IPS, Netflow, e-mail gateway protection, and DLP tools.
Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a full-time undergraduate/graduate student in good academic standing.
- Strong writing skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preference given to students enrolled with a concentration in Information Technology, Cyber Security or majoring in Computer Science.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Information Security Intern
Highlight your STEM degree field explicitly
If your degree is in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related STEM field, say so clearly in your resume and cover letter. This signals STEM OPT extension eligibility and makes sponsorship conversations easier for HR.
Get certifications that reduce employer risk
CompTIA Security+, CEH, or Google Cybersecurity Certificate demonstrate verified skills to employers unfamiliar with OPT. Certified interns face fewer sponsorship objections because employers see concrete, measurable qualifications beyond your degree alone.
Raise sponsorship early, not at offer time
Mention your OPT status in the first recruiter screen, not after an offer is extended. Employers who cannot sponsor will tell you immediately, saving weeks of time you could spend on receptive opportunities.
Target mid-size tech and defense contractors
Mid-size cybersecurity firms and defense contractors often hire OPT interns with conversion intent. They face talent shortages in security roles and have established immigration counsel, making the sponsorship process smoother than smaller startups.
Document your work authorization dates precisely
Know your OPT start date, expiration date, and STEM extension eligibility before every interview. Employers appreciate candidates who can answer work authorization questions confidently and without hesitation during recruiter screening calls.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Information Security Intern on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. OPT work authorization is tied to your F-1 status, not to employer sponsorship. Your employer does not file anything with USCIS to hire you as an OPT intern. However, if you want to stay in the U.S. after your OPT expires, the employer will need to sponsor an H-1B or another visa. That future sponsorship question is what most employers are actually evaluating.
Do Information Security Intern roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
They often do, but it depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or another qualifying STEM field on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month extension. Confirm both conditions before accepting any offer.
How far in advance should I start applying for Information Security Intern roles on OPT?
Start applying three to four months before your intended start date. Security intern roles frequently require background checks, and some positions at defense contractors or financial institutions require security clearance processing, which adds weeks to the hiring timeline. Beginning early also gives you buffer time if your DSO needs to update your SEVIS record before your OPT start date.
Where can I find Information Security Intern jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by OPT and STEM OPT eligibility. Browsing on Migrate Mate saves time you would otherwise spend screening job listings that exclude candidates requiring future sponsorship. You can filter directly for security internships with employers who have sponsored visas before.
Will a security clearance requirement disqualify me as an OPT student?
Positions requiring an active clearance are generally not available to non-U.S. citizens and will disqualify OPT students. However, many Information Security Intern roles at private companies are clearance-eligible, not clearance-required, meaning the employer can sponsor your clearance later once you obtain a longer-term visa status. Read job descriptions carefully and look for the phrase 'must be a U.S. citizen' as the clearest disqualifier.
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