URBN Information Security Intern

URBN Urban Outfitters, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

URBN is seeking an Information Security Intern to join our team at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. You will work on strategic initiatives, cyber resiliency, incident response, and technical implementation while gaining exposure to URBN’s security tools and teams.

The 2027 Summer Internship runs 6/7–8/13 at our Home Office in Philadelphia, PA. The program is paid and includes intern-focused events and potential full-time interview opportunities for qualifying interns.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or MS in information technology, computer science, information security or related field.
• Knowledge of information security principles and best practices is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports team in monitoring URBN’s computing environment for potential security risks and anomalies.
• Awareness of basic information security principles.
• Ability to sift through large data sets and create clear summaries.
• Ability to prepare systems and process documentation with the graphics and flowchart narration.
• Fast learner, persistent and diligent about following up.
• Basic understanding of tools & techniques necessary to identify trends and extract indicators from large data sources.

Skills

Info security basics

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Security

Tools

Operating systems

OWASP

Job description

URBN is seeking a highly motivated Information Security Intern to join our Information Security Team at our home office, at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. This team protects URBN from cyber threats and attacks. This role will be part of a team driving strategic initiatives, cyber resiliency, incident response, and technical implementation activities. You will get experience with top cybersecurity tools, work alongside industry professionals, and gain exposure to other Retail Information Security teams.

About The Summer Internship Program

Each summer, URBN Inc. welcomes candidates from across the country to immerse themselves within various teams across our portfolio of brands and gain hands‑on learning experience in the area of business they choose to pursue. Our paid internship program also offers a summer full of internfocused events, including exposure to senior leadership through small‑group settings, insight into company initiatives, off‑site field trips, and, for those who qualify, the opportunity to interview for a full‑time position. See for yourself what our past and present interns are up to @urbncareers!

The URBN 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from 6/7 through 8/13 at our Home Office in Philadelphia, PA.

Applications will close at 5:00 PM EST on October 30, 2026.

Role Responsibilities

• Supports team in monitoring URBN’s computing environment for potential security risks and anomalies.
• Awareness of basic information security principles.
• Ability to sift through large data sets and create clear summaries.
• Ability to prepare systems and process documentation with the graphics and flowchart narration.
• Fast learner, persistent and diligent about following up.
• Basic understanding of tools & techniques necessary to efficiently identify trends and extract indicators from large data sources.

Role Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security or related field required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Operating Systems, Cloud, Network, Firewall, Database & Web application, Information Security, IT Standards, OWASP, CVE and Security Frameworks will be an advantage.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.