2023 Internship – Cybersecurity/Software Engineering Intern
PL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Cyberattacks are growing in number and severity, impacting industries and services crucial to maintaining our day-to-day life and national security. Energy, health, commerce, and defense are constantly under attack, and successful breaches have far-reaching consequences. Our group works to defend our nation from cyberattacks by channeling our interests to develop state-of-the-art technologies.
We are seeking an intern who is passionate about cybersecurity to join our Cyber Concepts and Exploration group to contribute to our mission of creating solutions to the most pressing cybersecurity problems.
If you are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or other similar disciplines and want to work in an exciting and collaborative environment to solve challenging technical national security problems, we'd love to have you join our group.
As a member of our group you will...
- Work with software engineers on distributed systems, cloud computing, and systems programming.
- Engage with cybersecurity professionals for offensive and defensive cyber operations.
- Collaborate with computer scientists and mathematicians on exciting problems in software assurance, formal methods, and quantum computing.
- Network and learn from experienced individuals with diverse backgrounds.
- Participate in fun activities like our yearly summer cookout, weekly board game nights!
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or similar degrees.
- Have programming experience in Java, C/C++, Python, or other common programming languages.
- Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Are interested in performing research and exploring new cyber concepts.
- Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date.
- To access APL’s facilities and networks, US Citizenship or permanent resident status is required, subject to applicable laws.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…
- Know general cyber security knowledge.
- Have strong software engineering skill and familiarity with version control software.
- Have a strong background in discrete math, algorithms, and logical foundations.
- Have experience with formal methods, cryptography, and computer networks.
Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.