2027 Summer Internship - Digital (Digital Trust & Cyber Security) - London

Pa Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and lifestyle perks

25 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Community and charity initiatives

Annual performance-based bonus

Job summary

PA Consulting in London is seeking an undergraduate intern to join our cyber security team for an eight-week placement starting in June 2027. You will be mentored by seasoned consultants and gain hands-on exposure to real client projects, building networks across PA and beyond.

We welcome applicants from all degree disciplines who are curious, growth-oriented and eager to learn. The role offers a structured internship with learning experiences, challenging projects and a chance to shape your

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in computer science, cyber security or IT preferred but open to all disciplines
• Need passion for cyber security and awareness of latest trends
• Growth-minded, curious, and eager to learn in a dynamic team
• Collaborative, relationship-focused and strong communication skills
• Coding experience with Python and SQL is a plus and beneficial for project work

Responsibilities

• Support cyber security projects on client engagements and learn security controls
• Work with PA consultants to identify risks and design protective measures
• Help build resilient systems and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team

Skills

Cyber security basics

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Python basics

SQL basics

Education

Undergraduate degree (penultimate year)

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Company Description

We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future.

As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.

Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results.

We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport.

Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands.

Job Description

Why considering joining us?

Joining us as a intern is a big step. Whether you’re coming from a specialist background or from an unrelated subject, we want you to be bold, stay curious and dive into the opportunities we have to offer.

During your weeks as an intern at PA, you’ll learn some of what it takes to be a top-notch consultant. You’ll be coached and guided by experts and have opportunities to broaden your experience on a challenging project. Whatever you work on, you’ll be part of the team and free to build your networks, both here at PA and far beyond.

What you can expect

Joining us as an intern is the next step in starting your career. Whether you’re coming from a specialist background or from an unrelated subject, we want you to be bold, stay curious and dive into the opportunities we have to offer.

• As cyber threats become more high profile and people become more aware of data privacy, organisations have an opportunity to differentiate themselves with outstanding digital trust and cyber security.
• As an Intern you will help our clients build trust with customers by showing systems are secure, protect data from cyber-attacks and comply with regulations.
• You will work alongside our cyber security experts to spot digital and technology security risks and help identify the right controls to develop systems, processes, and culture to keep data safe.
• You will help our clients build the resilience they need to get back to business with minimum financial and reputational loss when a cyber-attack does succeed.

Take our look at our recent tech blog from Michael who talks about his time as a placement student -

Assessment process

First Stage Assessments:

• Application form
• Online Assessments
• Shortlisting and/or Technical Assessments

Final Stage Assessments:

• Assessment Centre with Technical Assessments
• Final Stage Interviews

Qualifications

Essential requirements

This role is open to undergraduates in their penultimate year of university. If you intend to return to university after the internship to complete an MSc, you will also be eligible for this position.

• Qualification: Undergraduate degree — Computer Science, Cyber Security or IT is preferred but we welcome applications from all degree disciplines
• Cyber Security knowledge - you will have a passion for cyber security and a good grasp of the latest trends within the industry as well as experience with information or cyber security (at business or technical levels)
• Growth-oriented and curious — open to change, driven to succeed, hungry for new challenges, and eager to broaden your understanding of the world.
• Collaborative and relationship-focused — thrive in dynamic teams, build strong relationships with clients and peers, and support others to succeed.
• Credible and communicative — comfortable in high-performance environments, with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Analytical and adaptable — demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, innovative thinking, and the flexibility to adapt your style and approach.
• Professional and reliable — show strong workplace etiquette by being punctual, dependable, and respectful of business expectations and office conduct.
• Coding experience – some experience or understanding of coding is welcome. Experience programming in Python and knowledge of SQL is a plus
• Understanding data - experience processing and gaining insights from data would be beneficial for the role

The Offer

• You will work to ensure our clients stay informed about threats and are able to protect their digital assets and business systems
• Opportunity to work across areas of the information security spectrum, from developing cyber security strategy to implementation of risk reducing security controls and technologies
• You will be exposed to a variety of experiences which will build an outstanding career
• We work flexibly at PA, but your work base will be our London Victoria office.
• This role will start in June 2027 – for 8 weeks. Exact dates will be confirmed at offer stage.
• Salary: £27,000

A career at PA is what you make of it — so power your curiosity and prepare to make an impact.

Additional Information

Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples’ working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work.

Our purpose guides how we work with our clients and our teams, and support our communities, to deliver insight and impact, solving the world’s most complex challenges. We're focused on building a workplace that values human difference and diverse mindsets, and a culture of inclusion and equality that unlocks the potential in our people so everyone can be their best self.

Find out more about Life at PA .

We’re committed to advancing equality. We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief, veteran status, or any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits:

• Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days
• Generous company pension scheme
• Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)