Product Security Engineer Internships
Product security engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience securing real products, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with HP, Meta, and Navy Federal Credit Union among the employers posting roles now.
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About the Role
HP IQ’s Security Team is creating something the world has never seen before. We are attempting something truly impactful — innovating at the deepest levels of hardware and launching a service that will inspire users to experience computing in an entirely new way. Privacy and security are not just priorities; they are fundamental to our product and essential to our success.
What You Might Do
We are seeking a software engineering intern ready to take on the challenge of securing users’ devices, users’ data, and HP IQ’s infrastructure. We see security as the key to accomplishing what other companies cannot. If you thrive at balancing exceptional user experiences with strong security, this is the place for you.
Essential Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree (Bachelors or Graduate) in Computer Science or related technical field
- Strong software engineering skills
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
- Interest in privacy & security
- Interest in product design & development
- Experience with C, C++, Java or Python
Preferred Skills
- An understanding of security concepts (cryptography, access control, authorization, network security, software security)
- Ability to “think paranoid” as a basis for threat modeling
Hourly Pay Range: $40.00–$50.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.
2027 Internship Program Dates: May/June–August/September 2027. Final dates will be based on student schedules.
Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.
At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure11 paid holidays Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave ( US benefits overview )
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HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal "
Description -
About the Role
HP IQ’s Security Team is creating something the world has never seen before. We are attempting something truly impactful — innovating at the deepest levels of hardware and launching a service that will inspire users to experience computing in an entirely new way. Privacy and security are not just priorities; they are fundamental to our product and essential to our success.
What You Might Do
We are seeking a software engineering intern ready to take on the challenge of securing users’ devices, users’ data, and HP IQ’s infrastructure. We see security as the key to accomplishing what other companies cannot. If you thrive at balancing exceptional user experiences with strong security, this is the place for you.
Essential Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree (Bachelors or Graduate) in Computer Science or related technical field
- Strong software engineering skills
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
- Interest in privacy & security
- Interest in product design & development
- Experience with C, C++, Java or Python
Preferred Skills
- An understanding of security concepts (cryptography, access control, authorization, network security, software security)
- Ability to “think paranoid” as a basis for threat modeling
Hourly Pay Range: $40.00–$50.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.
2027 Internship Program Dates: May/June–August/September 2027. Final dates will be based on student schedules.
Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.
At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure11 paid holidays Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave ( US benefits overview )
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AdministrationSchedule -
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Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -
HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal "
Product Security Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Product Security Engineer Internship Search
Apply months before the internship starts
Large employers open summer product security engineer internship applications in the fall, sometimes as early as August. If you wait until spring, the structured cohorts at larger companies are often already full. Set role alerts now and check listings weekly so you catch openings the day they post.
Build a public portfolio of security work
Hiring teams for product security engineer interns have little work history to review, so they look for documented evidence of skill. A GitHub repository with CTF writeups, a published vulnerability report, or a walkthrough of a home lab setup gives recruiters something concrete to assess before they ever read your resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many product security engineer internship openings never go through campus recruiting at all.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Product security engineer intern screens typically include a technical component covering network fundamentals, common vulnerability classes, and sometimes a short capture-the-flag or code-review exercise. Practice answering these questions aloud and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured security internship programs early
Larger technology, defense, and financial services firms run dedicated security internship cohorts designed to train people new to the field, some tied to specific university partnerships or rotational tracks. These programs recruit in the fall, fill fast, and are competitive, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first wave of their cycle.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the product security engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually accept. Migrate Mate's work-type filter lets you narrow the feed to remote, hybrid, or on-site listings from the start.
Product Security Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a product security engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For product security engineer candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to assess is a portfolio of security work, such as a vulnerability writeup, a CTF writeup, or a documented penetration-testing project hosted in a public repository. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a product security engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For product security engineer interns, what actually drives a return offer is performance on real security work, the team's open headcount at the time the offer would start, and return-offer timing set by the employer's recruiting cycle. Position yourself by delivering quality work and expressing interest early, without counting on conversion as a given.
When should I apply for product security engineer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including major tech and financial services firms, recruit summer product security engineer interns the preceding fall, with applications sometimes opening in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings frequently and setting role alerts means you don't miss early-opening cohorts.
Are product security engineer internships paid?
Most professional product security engineer 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 in security engineering, particularly at technology, defense, and financial services employers. Review the listing details for each role to confirm what a given employer offers.
What should a product security engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented security projects, naming the tools used and linking to where the work lives, such as a GitHub repository with writeups, a published CTF solution, or a documented bug-bounty report. Add relevant coursework in operating systems, networking, or cryptography. Keep the entire resume to one page.
Are there remote product security engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the product security engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Filter by work type at the start of your search so you see only the format you can commit to.
What is a bug bounty or security research internship for product security engineers?
Some larger technology and cybersecurity firms run structured security research internship programs that place interns on dedicated vulnerability research or red-team cohorts, distinct from general engineering internships. These programs target students with hands-on capture-the-flag or bug-bounty experience, recruit early in the fall recruiting cycle, and are competitive, so identifying them and applying in the first wave gives you the best chance of a spot.
Can international students get product security engineer 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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