2027 Summer Internship Program - Cybersecurity

CareSource Management Services LLC; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Paid internship

Job summary

CareSource offers a 12-week paid cybersecurity internship designed for college students. You will support security projects, gain real-world experience, and work with a mentor and CareSource leaders to explore career paths.

This internship emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration, and progress feedback in a flexible setup, with on-site, hybrid, or remote opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current rising junior or senior in an accredited degree program or graduated within the last 6 months.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support on cybersecurity projects and initiatives with the Security Engineering team.
• Assist with security analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Collaborate with interns and cybersecurity members on cohort projects and presentations.
• Engage in mentoring, training, and growth activities during the internship.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Rising Junior or Senior or recent graduate (last 6 months)

Job description

Internship Program

The CareSource Intern is responsible for providing support on special projects, initiatives, and specific activities which will vary by assignment. We offer a 12-week, paid summer internship program for college students who want to separate themselves from the pack. This is an exciting opportunity to obtain real-world experience and prepare yourself for your career after college.

The program offers:

• The opportunity to work on projects that truly impact the company
• Journey-to-the-Job seminars with CareSource leaders to network and learn about their career paths
• An assigned mentor and access to former interns who earned full-time positions with CareSource
• An opportunity to test what you have learned and discover where you want to go
• The satisfaction of working with smart and motivated people while building new skills
• The chance to experience a new city and a culture that reflects your values (flexibility for on-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities)

Essential Functions

• Further develop and enhance existing knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, processes, and functions through hands‑on experience and active engagement with the Security Engineering team.
• Assist with security engineering activities, including technical analysis, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and security technology support.
• Participate in cybersecurity projects and continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving security controls, processes, automation, and operational effectiveness.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other intern and cybersecurity team members on cohort projects, research, analysis, documentation, and presentation of findings.
• Support additional Security Engineering and broader Cybersecurity department projects and initiatives as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Current Rising Junior or Senior in an accredited degree program or graduated within the last 6 months is required

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite to include Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Effective listening and critical thinking skills
• Dependable, flexible and ability to maintain confidential information
• Effective problem‑solving skills with attention to detail

Licensure and Certification

None

Working Conditions

General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

• Personalized orientation and mentoring programs
• Company and job‑specific training
• Feedback opportunities throughout your first 90 days
• Inclusive culture with employee resource groups
• Flexible work environment with remote opportunities and paid volunteer hours
• Performance and personal growth goals with defined success metrics
• Ongoing feedback process with your manager to discuss your progress and identify actions for continued growth
• Potential for internal and external training and development programs, stretch assignments, expanded responsibilities and more

Compensation

Compensation Range: $41,200.00 - $66,000.00 CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well‑being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Compensation Type (hourly/salary): Hourly

Organization Level Competencies

• Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture
• Cultivate Partnerships
• Develop Self and Others
• Drive Execution
• Influence Others
• Pursue Personal Excellence
• Understand the Business

Equal Opportunity / Inclusion Statement

CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.

Brand / Mission

#LI-JH1 Brand=CareSource The CareSource mission is known as our heartbeat. Just as we support our members to be the best version of themselves, our employees are driven by our mission to create a better world for members, stakeholders and providers. We are difference‑makers who combine compassionate hearts with our unique business expertise to make every opportunity count. Each claim, each phone call, each consumer‑centric decision is a chance to change the world for one member, and our employees look for ways to do that every day. The challenge is, there is no one right way to be the difference and we’re looking for people like you that will rewrite that definition every day. We do what it takes to form creative solutions that make our community and the world just a little better. Discover what it means to be #UniquelyCareSource.