Information Security Intern

Werner Enterprises, Inc.; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans including medical, dental

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Housing assistance may be available

Job summary

Werner Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a motivated Information Security Intern to join our team at the Corporate Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska.

This paid internship offers hands-on experience, structured training, and exposure to real-world security operations while you collaborate with IT and software development teams to embed security practices across systems. You will assist with access management, entitlements, audits, and compliance evidence, participate in risk assessments, and help

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related discipline preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing user access requests, performing periodic access reviews, and tracking compliance metrics.
• Work with IT and software development teams to embed security across systems and processes.
• Audit user entitlements, manage onboarding/offboarding, and enforce least privilege.
• Assist with internal security audits, risk assessments, and evidence collection for compliance frameworks.
• Support maintenance of security policies, standards, and control frameworks.
• Support vendor risk assessments and third-party security posture evaluations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related discipline

Job description

## Information Security InternApply: Onsite: Omaha, NE: Full time: Posted Today: JR23746We're looking for a motivated and driven Information Security Intern to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, working alongside experienced professionals to protect our organization's digital assets. Internship Overview:* Paid internship that includes dedicated job training and learning opportunities* Located at our Corporate Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska (some remote and off-site opportunities may be available)* Collaborative, inclusive work environment* Real-world experience* Paid housing/housing assistance may be available Responsibilities:* You'll start the day with the team, discussing priorities and any new threats on the horizon.* Assist with processing user access requests, performing periodic access reviews, and tracking compliance metrics across business systems.* Work with other teams, like IT and software development, to ensure security is embedded throughout our systems and processes.* Spend time exploring new security technologies, attending webinars, and expanding your knowledge. We are committed to your growth and will provide the resources you need to succeed.* Help audit user entitlements, manage user lifecycle events (onboarding/off-boarding), and enforce principle of least privilege.* Assist with internal security audits, risk assessment reviews, and evidence collection for compliance frameworks.* Support the maintenance of security policies, standards, and control frameworks to ensure operational compliance.* Support vendor risk assessments and help evaluate third-party security postures against organizational standards. Qualifications:* Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related discipline preferredWe know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.By clicking “Submit” you are expressly consenting to our Privacy Policy (available at https://www.werner.com/privacy-policy/) and to Werner Enterprises, Inc., its representatives, and affiliates (“Werner”) contacting you about your inquiry, and that Werner may collect sensitive information about you to consider your employment as explained further in our Privacy Policy. All information collected will be handled and retained as explained in the Privacy Policy.