Cybersecurity Policy Intern — Analyze Risks & Shape Policy

American Bankers Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Bankers Association (ABA) is offering a paid internship for a graduate student in Washington, DC. The role focuses on cybersecurity policy analysis and risk assessment related to emerging technologies in financial services.

You will engage with leadership across divisions, write analyses, and contribute to policy materials. Selected candidates will work full-time, 37.5 hours per week, from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027, earning $30/hour.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and communication skills (written and oral).
• Knowledge of the financial sector and regulatory requirements.
• Desire to learn about emerging technology and its impact on cybersecurity and operational resilience.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and communicate potential risks associated with emerging technologies in finance (AI, quantum, cloud).
• Assist in survey development and summarize key findings.
• Contribute to comment letters, congressional testimony, and articles; update presentations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Graduate student (expected graduation Dec 2027+)

Liberal Arts / History / Economics / CS / Cybersecurity

Job description

The American Bankers Association (ABA) is offering a paid internship for a graduate student in Washington, DC. The role focuses on cybersecurity policy analysis and risk assessment related to emerging technologies in financial services.

You will engage with leadership across divisions, write analyses, and contribute to policy materials. Selected candidates will work full-time, 37.5 hours per week, from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027, earning $30/hour.