AI Security Research Intern: Red Team & AI Assurance

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Part time

Job summary

The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking an AI Security Research Intern to contribute to AI assurance, red-teaming, and forensics. This part-time student internship is based in the SEI Pittsburgh office, requires US work eligibility, and involves Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 terms.

Candidates should be pursuing a MS in a technical field, possess Python familiarity, and be willing to travel within CMU/SEI communities.

Qualifications

• BS in CS/CE/Cybersecurity or related field; MS in CS/engineering is pursued.
• Ability to travel to SEI/CMU locations as needed.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Able to work part-time during Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
• On-site work at the SEI Pittsburgh office.

Responsibilities

• AI Security Research and Development: 80%.
• Documentation of results and findings: 20%.

Skills

Critical thinking

AI/ML knowledge

Python (basic)

Collaboration

Willingness to learn

Computer networking

Systems development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Pursuing MS in computer science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

ART

Job description

The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking an AI Security Research Intern to contribute to AI assurance, red-teaming, and forensics. This part-time student internship is based in the SEI Pittsburgh office, requires US work eligibility, and involves Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 terms.

Candidates should be pursuing a MS in a technical field, possess Python familiarity, and be willing to travel within CMU/SEI communities.