Cybersecurity Internship - Hands-On PenTesting & Risk

Wipfli; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipfli in Minneapolis offers a CyberTech internship focused on security testing and advisory services. Interns will work with experienced consultants on technical assessments, client engagements, and risk mitigation strategies.

You will gain hands-on experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security tooling like NMAP, Nessus, BurpSuite, and Metasploit while developing reports and recommendations. This role emphasizes collaboration and learning.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Preferred 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States full-time without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
• Participate in phishing simulations and social engineering exercises.
• Use tools such as NMAP, Nessus, BurpSuite, and Metasploit.
• Assist in cybersecurity risk assessments and deliver reports with findings and recommendations.
• Support clients in developing business continuity plans and incident response strategies.
• Help draft security program documentation and policy roadmaps.
• Shadow consultants on client engagements and contribute to kickoff decks and reports.
• Participate in tabletop exercises and threat assessments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

NMAP

Nessus

BurpSuite

Metasploit

Job description

Wipfli in Minneapolis offers a CyberTech internship focused on security testing and advisory services. Interns will work with experienced consultants on technical assessments, client engagements, and risk mitigation strategies.

You will gain hands-on experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security tooling like NMAP, Nessus, BurpSuite, and Metasploit while developing reports and recommendations. This role emphasizes collaboration and learning.