Cybersecurity Engineering Co-op (Jan27-May27)

Emerson; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly housing allowance

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

On-site facilities

Job summary

Emerson is offering an internship in product cybersecurity in the United States, focusing on secure software/firmware development and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with the Product Security team, learn secure coding practices, and contribute to a collaborative culture.

The role is designed for current engineering students with zero to minimal prior experience, eligible to work in the US, and pursuing a bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in engineering.
• Zero years of applicable experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Product Security team to enhance cybersecurity across Emerson’s product portfolio.
• Assist in the development and implementation of secure coding practices.
• Support efforts to meet regulatory compliance requirements.
• Participate in agile development processes and contribute to secure software/firmware development.
• Communicate findings and recommendations through persuasive writing and effective verbal communication.
• Engage in empathetic thinking to understand user and stakeholder needs.
• Learn and apply cybersecurity principles in a real-world product environment.
• Work in a team-oriented setting and contribute to a collaborative culture.

Skills

C/C++

Python

PowerShell

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (CS/CE/EE) preferred

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Collaborate with the Product Security team to enhance cybersecurity across Emerson’s product portfolio.
• Assist in the development and implementation of secure coding practices.
• Support efforts to meet regulatory compliance requirements.
• Participate in agile development processes and contribute to secure software/firmware development.
• Communicate findings and recommendations through persuasive writing and effective verbal communication.
• Engage in empathetic thinking to understand user and stakeholder needs.
• Learn and apply cybersecurity principles in a real-world product environment.
• Work in a team-oriented setting and contribute to a collaborative culture.

Who You Are:

• You are curious and eager to learn. You show interest in product cybersecurity and/or regulatory compliance. You communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and speaking. You think empathetically and work well in teams. You are open to feedback, adaptable to change, and motivated to grow your skills in a dynamic environment.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Pursuing Bachelors in engineering
• Zero (0) years of applicable experience
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Prior internship experience
• An ABET-accredited engineering degree in Computer, Electrical, or Software Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of basic security concepts such as encryption, secure software development, and regulatory compliance
• Student-level proficiency in a programming/scripting language such as C/C++, Python, PowerShell, etc.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives – because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth a delivering business result.
• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including monthly housing allowance, paid holidays, employee choice hours, paid sick time, and paid volunteer time. You will also get hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured internship program. There are also easy to access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• At Emerson, our employee’s passion for innovation and results drives our success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company’s success. The hourly pay for this role is $24-$28, commensurate with the year in school and experience each candidate brings to a role.

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WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-emerson)

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us)

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!