Cybersecurity Engineering Coop Jan27May27

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

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance monthly

Paid holidays

Volunteer time

On-site cafeteria

Fitness facilities

Job summary

Emerson invites an internship candidate pursuing a bachelor's in engineering to join our Product Security team in Minnesota. The role focuses on learning cybersecurity fundamentals, secure coding practices, and regulatory compliance in a practical product environment.

You will collaborate with teammates, contribute to agile processes, and apply basic cryptography concepts while developing strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Curious and eager to learn; interest in product cybersecurity and regulatory compliance.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work in a team and adapt to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Security to enhance cybersecurity across Emerson's products.
• Assist in secure coding practices development and implementation.
• Support regulatory compliance efforts.
• Participate in agile development and secure software/firmware development.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Curiosity

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Pursuing engineering bachelor's

Tools

C/C++

Python

PowerShell

Job description

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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ABOUT US

WHY EMERSON

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

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

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 our 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!