Cybersecurity Intern

Trimble; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trimble in Christchurch, NZ, is offering a Cybersecurity Engineering Intern role focused on securing heavy machinery and autonomous control systems. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams on threat modelling and risk management to influence product safety and resilience.

The internship emphasizes hands-on experience in embedded security, threat modeling, and SDL adoption within real-world workflows. This position suits students seeking practical software and hardware security exposure in an

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Specialized foundational knowledge in cybersecurity concepts and software/hardware security principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to evaluate complex factors with team guidance.
• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify threats, vulnerabilities, and risks across current and next-generation machine control platforms.
• Partner with software architects, engineering teams, and security specialists to design and implement robust security controls.
• Champion and embed Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) best practices into everyday engineering processes.
• Assess and report on product cybersecurity capabilities to help maintain proactive defense standards.

Skills

Cybersecurity concepts

Software security

Hardware security

Analytical thinking

Collaborative skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SDL familiarity

Job description

Secure the Future of Heavy Equipment as a Cybersecurity Engineering Intern! Shape the next generation of intelligent machine control systems by embedding cutting-edge security directly into physical and digital workflows. Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, you will help protect critical technologies from emerging global threats while gaining hands‑on experience in real‑world threat modelling and risk management.

What Makes This Role Great

In this role, you will be at the forefront of securing heavy machinery and autonomous control systems, directly influencing product safety and helping build resilient technologies that keep global operations moving safely.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Identify threats, vulnerabilities, and potential risks across current and next‑generation machine control platforms.
• Partner with software architects, engineering teams, and security specialists to design and implement robust security controls.
• Champion and embed Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) best practices into everyday engineering processes.
• Assess and report on product cybersecurity capabilities to help maintain proactive defense standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Specialized foundational knowledge in cybersecurity concepts and software/hardware security principles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with an ability to evaluate complex factors with team guidance.
• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills to work effectively across cross‑functional teams.

Bonus Points

• For Familiarity with Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) frameworks or threat modeling methodologies.
• Hands‑on project experience involving embedded systems, IoT devices, or industrial control software.

About Us: Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. We create technologies that connect the digital and physical worlds, helping our customers increase productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. From purpose‑built products to enterprise‑level solutions, our technology empowers professionals in construction, geospatial, government, transportation, and more.

Logistics

Location: Christchurch, NZ

Travel Requirement: Less than 10%

Why You’ll Love Working With Us At Trimble

At Trimble, we’re not just a company that "does good"-we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real‑World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow. You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose‑driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data‑driven insights that reduce waste. Collaborate with like‑minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem." You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work. Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self‑authored," empowering proactive "doers."

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Join a Values‑Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate. At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter.

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Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics.

For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit www.trimble.com.