Information Security Intern

Zoetis Inc; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Zoetis Inc. in Parsippany, NJ is seeking an Information Security Intern to join our growing Information Security team.

This hands-on internship covers Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Data Protection, OT Security, IAM, Cloud Security and more, offering exposure to security operations and engineering projects. You will rotate through services, learn from seasoned professionals, and build practical skills in security metrics, reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Familiarity with software development.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotations across core Information Security services.
• Support triage and response of security events.
• Assist with the interpretation and development of security use cases.
• Help develop, analyze, and present security metrics and reporting.
• Collaborate with Information Security practitioners across disciplines.
• Gain exposure to tools, processes, and technologies in enterprise information security.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Power BI

HTML/CSS

Communication

Education

Pursuing degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

Azure

Job description

Information Security Intern Location: Parsippany, NJ

Internship Summary: Zoetis is seeking a highly motivated Information Security Intern to join our growing Information Security team. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to multiple areas of cybersecurity, including Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Data Protection, Operational Technology (OT) Security, Risk & Remediation, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Cloud Security, and Security Awareness. The intern will work alongside experienced security professionals, gaining practical experience with security operations, engineering projects, security metrics, and emerging technologies in a global organization.

Internship Responsibilities

• Participate in rotations across core Information Security services and contribute to security engineering projects.
• Support the triage and response of security events, working alongside experienced cybersecurity professionals.
• Assist with the interpretation and development of security use cases.
• Help develop, analyze, and present security metrics and reporting.
• Collaborate with Information Security practitioners across different cybersecurity disciplines and contribute to team initiatives.
• Gain exposure to cybersecurity tools, processes, and technologies while developing a broader understanding of enterprise information security.

Internship Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Risk Management, or a related field. Third- and fourth-year students are preferred.
• Familiarity with or experience in software development.
• Ability to translate technical IT and cybersecurity concepts into clear, easy‑to‑understand language for non‑technical audiences.
• Strong meeting, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to learn quickly in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across teams and organizations.
• Ability to clearly communicate key information and findings to management.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce concise and informative reports.
• Previous internship or relevant work experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High level of integrity and strong ethical values.
• Positive, proactive, and solutions‑oriented attitude.
• Comfortable presenting and speaking to groups.
• Programming experience with languages such as Python or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with query languages such as SQL or KQL.
• Basic knowledge of network protocols and networking concepts.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure.
• Strong curiosity and interest in understanding how technologies and systems work.
• Exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) is a plus.
• Experience with Power BI, HTML, CSS, or graphic design is also a plus.

Compensation

• Associate‑level degree: $16.00/hour
• Undergraduate‑level degree: $22.00/hour
• Graduate‑level degree: $32.50/hour
• Doctorate‑level degree: $36.00/hour
• For candidates located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, or Washington (Seattle area), the anticipated hourly base pay rates are:
• Associate‑level degree: $17.00/hour
• Undergraduate‑level degree: $24.20/hour
• Graduate‑level degree: $36.40/hour
• Doctorate‑level degree: $40.30/hour

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact.

Why Zoetis

Zoetis has more than 60 years of experience in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services that benefit our customers.

Zoetis work environment

At Zoetis, we take pride in a collaborative spirit and high-performing environment where every colleague is given room to learn and grow.

Your opportunities at Zoetis

We invest in our people and offer diverse and exciting opportunities to make a difference in a growing global industry while shaping the future of animal health.

Results that matter

Our colleagues make an impact by working hand-in-hand with those who raise and care for animals to better understand and address the unique real-world challenges they face.