Cybersecurity Intern - Summer 2027: Risk, Coding & Defense

PayPal, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal’s Cyber & Information Security (PCIS) team seeks self-driven Cybersecurity interns aligned to security and risk groups. You’ll work with leaders and engineers to drive secure products and risk services, gaining exposure to cutting-edge tools and processes in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform hands-on work across SDLC security, vulnerability remediation, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to strengthen PayPal’s security posture during your Summer 2027

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, Ruby).
• Interest in application security and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Implement and test Next Gen platform security products as part of SDLC.
• Perform quality code reviews to validate secure coding guidelines.
• Drive vulnerability analysis and remediation.
• Identify and implement security process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers, security architects, product managers, and other teams.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Team collaboration

Initiative

Detail oriented

Analytical thinking

Time management

Secure coding basics

Programming basics

Risk management

OWASP Top10

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Git

SAST/DAST tools

Job description

PayPal’s Cyber & Information Security (PCIS) team seeks self-driven Cybersecurity interns aligned to security and risk groups. You’ll work with leaders and engineers to drive secure products and risk services, gaining exposure to cutting-edge tools and processes in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform hands-on work across SDLC security, vulnerability remediation, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to strengthen PayPal’s security posture during your Summer 2027