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About Coalfire

Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients’ hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and ultimately help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. We are headquartered in Chicago, Illinois with offices across the U.S. and U.K., and we support clients around the world.

But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Position Summary

Are you interested in a dynamic summer internship experience with a cybersecurity professional services company?

Coalfire is looking for Summer 2027 interns to support our team. Most of our interns work remotely, however, depending on your preference and location in proximity to one of our offices, this role can be a remote or hybrid positioin if you would like.

Our intern program is 10-weeks in length, going from end of May to August. It is a PAID internship program!

We are targeting students graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.

We are looking for passionate professionals with the academic and practical experience, along with the drive, acumen, and aptitude, to support our Division Hex – Offensive Security/Pen Testing team.

Learn more about Division Hex at https: //coalfire.com/services/security.

What We Offer

Professional Development: Mentorship from experienced professionals and opportunities for skill-building and career growth.

Hands-On Experience: Practical experience working on real projects and gaining insights into industry practices.

Networking: Opportunities to connect with industry professionals and fellow interns.

What You’ll Do

Assist in conducting security assessments on a wide variety of technologies and implementations

Gain exposure to working with clients on technical security or compliance activities

Learn from experienced professionals how to conduct penetration testing, code reviews, social engineering, red team engagements, and physical security assessments

Contribute to the Coalfire Division Hex Penetration Testing Team overall success by helping the team meet business objectives

Gain a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity while helping the team with research, security documentation, and process improvement

Why You’ll Want to Join Us

At Coalfire, you’ll find the support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In many cases, we provide a flexible work model that empowers you to choose when and where you’ll work most effectively – whether you’re at home or an office.

Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more.

At Coalfire, equal opportunity and pay equity is integral to the way we do business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Coalfire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our Human Resources team at HumanResourcesMB@coalfire.com.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.