IT Security Internship

Procter & Gamble; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati offers a Cyber Defence security intern role for a 12-week summer program in 2027, focused on learning and applying security engineering and analysis.

Interns will work with security teams, gain exposure to incident response and remediation, and collaborate across IT, gaining real-world experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Summer internship for 12 weeks (mid/late May–early August).
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related IT field.
• IT Security Awareness: Understanding cybersecurity standards and supporting P&G’s cybersecurity initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Security Engineer: Learn, apply, and grow a skillset across IT, designing, implementing, testing, deploying, and monitoring security solutions.
• Security Analyst: Protect networks, applications, and infrastructure from cyber threats; participate in incident response and remediation.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

IT Security Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related IT field

Job description

Job Location CINCINNATI GENERAL OFFICES

Job Description Do you want to work on leading edge technologies, innovative processes and work with the brightest minds in protecting organisations against the ever evolving internal and external cyber threats? Our Cyber Defence organisation is searching for security interns who can leverage technology, develop and improve processes and empower organisations to improve and mature our capabilities that will allow us to quickly and effectively respond to any cyber security threats in the P&G environment.

Example Responsibilities by Role Type

• Security Engineer: Learn, apply, and grow a skillset that is influenced by and will overlap with the many stakeholders across IT. Design, implement, test, deploy, and monitor security solutions and platforms. Assess security infrastructure and recommend improvements aligned with security and architecture standards. Communicate vulnerability risks and impacts to technical and business stakeholders, driving informed action. Investigate and respond to security threats, implementing measures to reduce future risk. Research emerging TTPs and collaborate to assess risks and strengthen security controls across the CI/CD pipeline.
• Security Analyst: Play a key part in proactively protecting networks, applications, and infrastructure from cyber threats globally. Perform incident response efforts and drive vulnerability remediation across worldwide assets. Partner with Penetration Testing, Cyber Hunt, Threat Intelligence, and other teams to strengthen cybersecurity. Investigate incidents, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend remediation actions. Use security tools to respond to threats and improve security defenses. Communicate technical concepts clearly and promote compliance with security policies, standards, and best practices.

As an intern, you will experience a subset of the above responsibilities.

Job Qualifications

You must be available during the summer of 2027 for a 12 week internship from mid/late May through early August. In process of obtaining a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related technical/IT field.

IT Security Awareness: Understanding of cybersecurity standards and the ability to support P&G’s cybersecurity initiatives to protect information security.

Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities and the capacity to thrive in a fast paced, startup like environment.

Collaboration and Communication: An open minded individual who is a fast learner with excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of working closely with cross functional teams.

Compensation

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits. Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

Benefits and Diversity

At P&G, we believe that diverse experiences help build strong leaders. Mobility is a key component of many management careers, providing opportunities to grow through different assignments, locations, and business challenges. Candidates should be prepared to consider relocation opportunities throughout their career as business needs and development opportunities arise.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s, please click HERE. Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify. Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed. P&G is dedicated to meeting the needs of applicants requesting an accommodation/adjustment due to a disability in order to complete the online application process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to complete our online application process, please visit our Disability Accommodation Page.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000157502

Internships Starting Pay / Salary Range

$29.00 - $50.00 / hour

Company Background

P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.