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It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for everyone—freeing people from busywork so they could focus on meaningful work. Today, ServiceNow is the AI control tower for business reinvention. Our ServiceNow AI platform brings together any AI, any data, and any workflow— helping 85% of the Fortune 500® work smarter, faster, and better. We're building an AI-native culture where technology and talent are unstoppable together. And we're just getting started.
Join us to put AI to work for people.
Job Description
Who we are:
Imagine your work day dominated less by emails and spreadsheets and more time given back to you to do your actual job. At ServiceNow, we are making work life more lifelike and changing the way the biggest companies in the world are doing business.
Our technology helps structure and automate the flow of work to streamline the delivery of services across the modern enterprise so that individuals can have everything they need within their fingertips, just like they do in real life.
Why work @ ServiceNow?
Here’s what our former interns have to say about working at ServiceNow:
- I was really glad to have a lot of proper, important work directed my way rather than a bunch of busywork and leftover tasks
- A great positive work environment. Everyone is always willing to help out when I have a question.
- I have been able to contribute to my team in a way that doesn’t just feel like I’m doing busy work, but that I’ve been helping make a real impact on the company.
- I have always said the best aspect of ServiceNow is the people, and that has continued to be true in every department and every team with which I have had the privilege to work with.
Your Team:
ServiceNow has a large and highly skilled security team located at multiple sites globally and as part of a rapidly growing organization ServiceNow is looking to recruit students in their final year of education (college or university) to a Security Intern position within Field Security. This role is an opportunity to gain real-world experience and work across multiple Security teams, which are growing rapidly, while finishing up your degrees. This is also an opportunity to learn ServiceNow’s platform, one of the fastest growing SaaS services amongst large enterprises.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Deliver real-world results on Security assignments, including helping handle incoming security incidents
- Augment your education with real world work in Security
- Ensure Sales Team is supported in Pre and Post Sales efforts
- Answer security due diligence and RFP questionnaires
- Earn well-rounded experience to prepare for a career in the Security industry
- Have opportunities to showcase accomplishments internally
- Networking with other interns, mentors, and employees
- Have the potential for a full-time role at ServiceNow at the end of the internship
- Attend / Participate in discussions with & presentations by Security leaders and ServiceNow experts
Qualifications
Who You Are:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university, working on a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field and graduating December 2027, or later.
- Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on the function or industry.
- Some IT/Security course work completed, including a basic understand of networks and operating systems
- Strong analytical skills
- High attention to detail
- Demonstrated well-developed written and oral communication skills
- Candidates with some customer experience
- Have a strong desire to build a career in Security
- Have a strong aptitude for learning
- Are flexible and open-minded about learning about larger Security organizations
- Approach problems and projects with a high level of professionalism, objectivity, and has an open mind to new ideas and solutions
- Have execution drive and can adhere to deadlines as determined by senior team members
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations
- Are enthusiastic about Security and the future of Security to protect Companies, Customers, and Employees
For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $50.12/hr, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.
Additional Information
Work Personas
We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.
Accommodations
We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact globaltalentss@servicenow.com for assistance.
Export Control Regulations
For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.
From Fortune. ©2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for everyone—freeing people from busywork so they could focus on meaningful work. Today, ServiceNow is the AI control tower for business reinvention. Our ServiceNow AI platform brings together any AI, any data, and any workflow— helping 85% of the Fortune 500® work smarter, faster, and better. We're building an AI-native culture where technology and talent are unstoppable together. And we're just getting started.
Join us to put AI to work for people.
Job Description
Who we are:
Imagine your work day dominated less by emails and spreadsheets and more time given back to you to do your actual job. At ServiceNow, we are making work life more lifelike and changing the way the biggest companies in the world are doing business.
Our technology helps structure and automate the flow of work to streamline the delivery of services across the modern enterprise so that individuals can have everything they need within their fingertips, just like they do in real life.
Why work @ ServiceNow?
Here’s what our former interns have to say about working at ServiceNow:
- I was really glad to have a lot of proper, important work directed my way rather than a bunch of busywork and leftover tasks
- A great positive work environment. Everyone is always willing to help out when I have a question.
- I have been able to contribute to my team in a way that doesn’t just feel like I’m doing busy work, but that I’ve been helping make a real impact on the company.
- I have always said the best aspect of ServiceNow is the people, and that has continued to be true in every department and every team with which I have had the privilege to work with.
Your Team:
ServiceNow has a large and highly skilled security team located at multiple sites globally and as part of a rapidly growing organization ServiceNow is looking to recruit students in their final year of education (college or university) to a Security Intern position within Field Security. This role is an opportunity to gain real-world experience and work across multiple Security teams, which are growing rapidly, while finishing up your degrees. This is also an opportunity to learn ServiceNow’s platform, one of the fastest growing SaaS services amongst large enterprises.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Deliver real-world results on Security assignments, including helping handle incoming security incidents
- Augment your education with real world work in Security
- Ensure Sales Team is supported in Pre and Post Sales efforts
- Answer security due diligence and RFP questionnaires
- Earn well-rounded experience to prepare for a career in the Security industry
- Have opportunities to showcase accomplishments internally
- Networking with other interns, mentors, and employees
- Have the potential for a full-time role at ServiceNow at the end of the internship
- Attend / Participate in discussions with & presentations by Security leaders and ServiceNow experts
Qualifications
Who You Are:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university, working on a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field and graduating December 2027, or later.
- Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on the function or industry.
- Some IT/Security course work completed, including a basic understand of networks and operating systems
- Strong analytical skills
- High attention to detail
- Demonstrated well-developed written and oral communication skills
- Candidates with some customer experience
- Have a strong desire to build a career in Security
- Have a strong aptitude for learning
- Are flexible and open-minded about learning about larger Security organizations
- Approach problems and projects with a high level of professionalism, objectivity, and has an open mind to new ideas and solutions
- Have execution drive and can adhere to deadlines as determined by senior team members
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations
- Are enthusiastic about Security and the future of Security to protect Companies, Customers, and Employees
For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $50.12/hr, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.
Additional Information
Work Personas
We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.
Accommodations
We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact globaltalentss@servicenow.com for assistance.
Export Control Regulations
For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.
From Fortune. ©2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
Tips for Your Security Operations Analyst Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large employers, including defense contractors and enterprise technology companies, open security operations analyst intern applications as early as August or September for the following summer. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so check listings throughout the year rather than waiting for a single hiring season.
Build a home lab and document everything
Security operations analyst recruiters have little work history to evaluate at the intern level, so your projects carry the most weight. Set up a home lab, run through threat-detection scenarios, and publish your findings as write-ups or walkthroughs on GitHub or a personal site. Linked, documented work gives reviewers something concrete to assess before an interview.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured intern programs tied to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller security cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you can reach and surfaces roles that never appear at university events.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Security operations analyst intern screens typically involve a technical scenario, such as analyzing a sample log file, walking through an incident-response playbook, or demonstrating knowledge of network protocols and attack vectors. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh your analytical process as much as the conclusion.
Security Operations Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a security operations analyst 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 includes documented incident-response exercises, threat-hunting walkthroughs, or home-lab write-ups, giving recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies and attend campus career fairs, where security recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a security operations analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for security operations analyst interns is consistent performance on real work, demonstrated growth in threat detection and response tasks, and available headcount when the offer window opens. Position yourself by treating every assignment as evidence of your capabilities without counting on conversion as the outcome.
When should I apply for security operations analyst internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including government contractors and major tech firms, recruit summer security operations analyst interns during the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and rewarding opportunities come up outside the traditional summer cycle.
Are security operations analyst internships paid?
Most professional security operations analyst 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. Government and nonprofit placements occasionally offer stipends rather than wages, so review the listing details for each opportunity.
What should a security operations analyst internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools you used, such as SIEM platforms, intrusion detection systems, or scripting languages, and link to your write-ups, GitHub repository, or home-lab documentation so reviewers can verify the work. Add relevant coursework in networking, cybersecurity, or systems administration and keep the whole document to one page.
Can international students get security operations analyst 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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