Cybersecurity Intern: Summer 2027 (Hybrid)

PayPal, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal’s Cyber & Information Security (PCIS) Internship is a summer program designed for self-driven, detail-oriented students pursuing a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. You will work with security and risk teams to drive high-impact security initiatives and technologies.

You will gain exposure to SDLC security, vulnerability management, and risk-based controls while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver secure products and services.

Qualifications

• Passion for cybersecurity and willingness to learn through questions and experimentation
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a professional setting
• Proactive mindset with ownership to propose improvements
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and managing time efficiently
• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities

Responsibilities

• Implement and test security products as part of software development life cycle.
• Perform quality code reviews to ensure secure coding practices.
• Drive vulnerability analysis and remediation across environments.
• Collaborate with engineers, security architects, product and program managers to deliver secure products.
• Stay updated on security trends and apply knowledge to threat models.

Skills

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Initiative

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/SE or related field

Tools

SAST

DAST

SCA

Git

Job description

PayPal’s Cyber & Information Security (PCIS) Internship is a summer program designed for self-driven, detail-oriented students pursuing a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. You will work with security and risk teams to drive high-impact security initiatives and technologies.

You will gain exposure to SDLC security, vulnerability management, and risk-based controls while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver secure products and services.