Software Engineering Intern, Product Security (Summer 2027)

Hp Iq; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Long term/short term disability

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Generous paid parental leave (4–12 wks

11 paid holidays

Flexible paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

HP IQ’s Security Team is building an intern program focused on securing devices, data, and HP IQ’s infrastructure within an AI-powered lab. You’ll balance user experience with robust security while collaborating across disciplines.

The role seeks a software engineering student with interest in privacy and security and experience in C/C++, Java, or Python, pursuing a CS or related degree.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree (Bachelor's or Graduate) in Computer Science or related technical field.
• Strong software engineering skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Interest in privacy and security; experience with C, C++, Java or Python.

Responsibilities

• Secure users’ devices, users’ data, and HP IQ’s infrastructure.
• Balance exceptional user experiences with strong security requirements.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate security into product development.

Skills

Strong software engineering skills

Collaborative environment

Privacy & security interest

Experience with C, C++, Java or Python

Education

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.

We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.

We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset.

By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.

Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.

About the Role

HP IQ’s Security Team is creating something the world has never seen before. We are attempting something truly impactful — innovating at the deepest levels of hardware and launching a service that will inspire users to experience computing in an entirely new way. Privacy and security are not just priorities; they are fundamental to our product and essential to our success.

What You Might Do

We are seeking a software engineering intern ready to take on the challenge of securing users’ devices, users’ data, and HP IQ’s infrastructure. We see security as the key to accomplishing what other companies cannot. If you thrive at balancing exceptional user experiences with strong security, this is the place for you.

Essential Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree (Bachelors or Graduate) in Computer Science or related technical field
• Strong software engineering skills
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
• Interest in privacy & security
• Experience with C, C++, Java or Python

Preferred Skills

• An understanding of security concepts (cryptography, access control, authorization, network security, software security)
• Ability to “think paranoid” as a basis for threat modeling

Hourly Pay Range:

$45.00–$51.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

2027 Internship Program Dates:

May/June–August/September 2027. Final dates will be based on student schedules.

Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.

At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including;
• 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave ( US benefits overview )

HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity—reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.

• Innovative Work
  Help shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.
• Autonomy and AgilityWork with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale.
• Meaningful ImpactBuild AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.
• Flexible Work EnvironmentFreedom and flexibility to do your best work.
• Forward-Thinking Culture
  We learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement

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