Security Internship 2027

C.H. Robinson Worldwide; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

C.H. Robinson Worldwide is seeking a cyber security engineering intern to join our global team. You will analyze, plan, implement, and improve security controls across information systems while learning from experienced engineers who value feedback and growth.

You will work with security technologies, gain exposure to incident response, and contribute to real business value for thousands of users worldwide. This internship offers hands-on responsibilities and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of best practices in security engineering, including secure development, cryptography, network security, security operations, systems security, policy, and/or incident response
• Actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in Network Security, Cyber Security or related area

Responsibilities

• Analyze, plan, implement, maintain, monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance security posture
• Analyze and recommend security controls and procedures in lifecycle of information systems
• Monitor, investigate, and triage suspicious or malicious activity and alerts
• Learn from an experienced engineer who will train you on our systems and business

Skills

Security engineering

Cryptography

Network security

Security operations

Incident response

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Network Security or Cyber Security

Tools

Firewalls

Anti-virus

IDS/IPS

Web content filter

Windows security services

Job description

As the largest mover of truckload freight in the world with 19 million shipments annually, C.H. Robinson builds resilient supply chains through science and technology. Never heard of us? Our customers have relied on our supply chain expertise for over 120 years, but they’ve never needed us more. That’s because global markets face historically tight capacity constraints, volatility and pandemic-related disruption, along with one off situations like extreme weather conditions. As a key factor in easing this congestion, we need global scale marketplace tech. Come join our team as a cyber security engineer intern and help us move boldly into the future to increase efficiencies and agility for our customers! From day one of your 2027 summer internship you will have hands‑on, meaningful responsibilities that will challenge you and require out‑of‑the‑box thinking. Using your ingenuity and creativity, you will work with your team to build and enhance custom, proprietary systems impacting thousands of users around the world. Are you ready for the challenge? We will maximize your learning opportunities by pairing you with an experienced engineer who is passionate about providing feedback and guidance, while allowing you to grow your skills and deliver real business value. The training and hands‑on experience you gain through the program will give you the confidence and experience you need to advance your career. You’ve worked hard to get where you are today; now it’s time to use your unique skills, talents, and personality to achieve great things at C.H. Robinson! With over 1,200 technology employees across the globe, you will work in a highly collaborative environment with peers who live wherever they work best, within the country they reside in. Whether that be in one of our 300 offices in the U.S., or 100% remote, we understand how critical it is for you to find balance between solving challenges at work and enjoying your personal passions.

Opportunity

Work with your fellow cyber security professionals to analyze, plan, implement, maintain, monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance C.H. Robinson's security posture. Analyze and recommend security controls and procedures in acquisition, development, and change management lifecycle of information systems, and monitors for compliance. Monitor, investigate, and triage suspicious or malicious activity and alerts Learn from an experienced engineer who will train you on our systems, explain our business, and introduce you to leaders throughout the organization Leverage multiple Security technologies and implement security products (firewalls, AV systems, IDS, IPS, web content filter, Microsoft Windows system security services and functions)

Required Qualifications

Understanding of best practices in security engineering, including secure development, cryptography, network security, security operations, systems security, policy, and/or incident response Actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in, Network Security, Cyber Security or related area

Preferred Qualifications

Innovative problem‑solving skills, with passion for leveraging technology to solve complex business problems Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Growth mindset, open to giving and receiving feedback Values a diverse and inclusive work environment Team‑first mentality and ability to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic workplace

Compensation Range

$15 - $30 per hour The base pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by work location, which takes into account geographic cost of labor, and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

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Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong.

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. EOE\Disabled\Veteran

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Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top‑tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include Prescription drug coverage
• Enhanced Fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Paid observed holidays
• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Charitable Giving Match Program
• 401(k) with 6% company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team‑building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $22 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world’s largest logistics platforms and rank in the FORTUNE 200. We’ve been an innovator in logistics for over 100 years. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With the combination of our multimodal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for more than 90,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers on our platform. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers’ businesses. As a responsible global citizen, we contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to us and our people. FORTUNE has named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2024, showcasing our position as a leader in our industry. Our commitment to excellence is further affirmed by being named a Great Place to Work 2023-24 by the Great Place to Work Institute, one of Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity and one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek. Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world.

For more information, visit us at www.chrobinson.com.