IT Security Intern

Mohela; Chesterfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Eligibility

Paid Holidays and Personal Days

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

MOHELA is seeking a motivated IT Security Intern to support governance, compliance, and risk management activities within a corporate security program. The role focuses on policy development, documentation, and security reporting using tools like Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel.

The position is part-time (about 15 hours/week) and onsite in Missouri. Candidates must reside within 1 hour of O'Fallon or Columbia and be a U.S. citizen eligible for a Federal 5C clearance.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited Missouri college or university as an undergraduate in cybersecurity or related field.
• Strong written communication and technical writing abilities.
• Ability to work onsite in Missouri for the duration of the internship.
• U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain a Federal 5C Security Clearance prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Support governance, policy development, and documentation efforts within IT Security.
• Assist with security controls documentation and compliance reviews.
• Help with risk management activities and security reporting using Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Contribute to policy development and governance projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written & technical writing

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Undergraduate student in cybersecurity / IT / CS / MIS

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

CANDIDATES MUST LIVE WITHIN 1 HOUR AND BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ONSITE IN O'FALLON, MO OR COLUMBIA, MO.

Why Join Us?

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in cybersecurity and information security governance while supporting work that helps protect critical information assets and strengthen organizational security. You'll work alongside experienced security professionals, develop valuable technical and analytical skills, and gain exposure to security policy development, compliance activities, risk management practices, and security reporting tools used throughout the industry

POSITION SUMMARY:

MOHELA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support our IT Security team. This opportunity is ideal for a student interested in gaining hands-on experience in information security governance, information assurance, policy development, compliance, and risk management within a professional corporate environment.

The intern will gain practical experience supporting the organization's efforts to protect information assets, maintain compliance with information security requirements, and strengthen its overall security framework. This role provides valuable exposure to cybersecurity governance, security policy development, risk management processes, and security reporting activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Security Governance and Policy Development

• Review existing information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Assist with updating and drafting security policies, standards, and supporting documentation.
• Research industry best practices and security frameworks to support policy development and governance initiatives.
• Support the continuous improvement of information security governance processes

Information Assurance and Compliance Support

• Assist with documenting security controls that protect organizational information assets
• Support compliance reviews and evaluate adherence to established policies and standards.
• Research regulatory and industry requirements relevant to information security programs.
• Help prepare and maintain compliance-related documentation and supporting materials.

Risk Management and Security Reporting

• Assist with identifying, documenting, and tracking information security risks.
• Support security reporting, metrics collection, and dashboard development using security tools such as Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Help maintain risk registers, corrective action tracking, and governance documentation.
• Assist with research and analysis that supports risk management and security decision-making.
• Gain practical experience in information security governance, information assurance, policy development, and risk management.
• Learn how organizations protect information assets and maintain compliance with security requirements.
• Develop technical writing skills through policy development and governance documentation projects.
• Gain exposure to industry security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Learn how security risks are identified, documented, tracked, and mitigated.
• Gain experience with security reporting, metrics, and dashboard development using tools such as Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel.

JOB DETAILS:

• Durations and Hours:This part-time position requires approximately 15 hours per week, with flexible work hours scheduled within regular business hours. Internship is expected to begin in early February 2027 and conclude in May 2027.
• Compensation: This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $16 per hour. If your academic institution allows you to receive course credit for internship experiences, you must coordinate credit requirements directly with your college or university and communicate any employer requirements (such as supervisory assessments) your institution requires for course credit.
  • PLEASE NOTE THE BENEFITS SUMMARY DOES NOT APPLY TO INTERSHIP POSITIONS.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates must reside in Missouri, within 1 hour of O'Fallon, MO or Columbia, MO and be ableto work onsite throughout the duration of the internship.
• Enrollment in an accredited Missouri college or university in an undergraduate program in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, management information systems, information security, or a related field.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtaina Federal 5C Security Clearance prior to start.

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written communication and technical writing abilities.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Display punctuality, reliability, professionalism, and commitment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Interest in cybersecurity governance, risk management, compliance, and information security.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with information security concepts, frameworks, or regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting research, preparing reports, or documenting technical information.
• Interest in security analytics, risk assessment, and security operations.

Benefits Summary

WHO WE ARE:

At MOHELA we are a nationally recognized nonprofit organization with over 40 years of experience in student loan servicing and higher education financing. Since our establishment in 1981, we have been dedicated to providing world-class customer service to our borrowers, understanding the unique challenges that come with financing higher education.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Salary: We value your skills and experience and offer a compensation package that reflects that.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, with elected benefits starting on the 1st of the month following enrollment.
• Generous Paid Time Off: We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer generous vacation and paid-time-off policies.
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Coverage: We provide essential coverage to ensure your peace of mind.
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 8% of your salary after 6 months of service.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our tuition reimbursement program available after 3 months of employment.
• Dependent Child College Tuition Reimbursement: We support the educational goals of your family as well.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility: Our organization qualifies for the PSLF program through the U.S. Department of Education.
• Paid Holidays and Personal Days: Enjoy 7 paid holidays and 4 paid personal holidays each year.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and professional challenges.
• Local Employee Discounts and Pet Insurance: Enjoy additional perks that enhance your lifestyle.

In compliance with the American Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MOHELA, please call 636-733-3700 x3571 or email [e-mail]