Cybersecurity Industrial Controls Internship - Summer 2027

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Cyber Industrial Controls Intern to join the Enterprise Cybersecurity Department. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity initiatives that protect operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) within a world-class scientific research environment.

You will work closely with the Operational Technology Lead and cybersecurity professionals to help safeguard critical infrastructure, support cyber defense activities, and contribute to projects that enhance the security and resilience of industrial control systems supporting INL operations. You will also support world-class scientific research.

This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in cybersecurity, industrial control systems, critical infrastructure protection, and operational technology security. This team works a 9x80 schedule onsite in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability.

You may be eligible for course credit for this internship.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled full time in an Undergraduate Degree Program, at an accredited college/university studying Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field. A minimum overall 3.0 GPA. Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT). Current Resume or CV. Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs).

Current class schedule and number of credits.

Compensation

Undergraduate Internships ($29.39 - $32.41 per hour) Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.