AI Security Research Intern – Summer 2027

What We Do: The SEI helps advance software engineering principles and practices and serves as a national resource in software engineering, computer security, and process improvement. The SEI works closely with defense and government organizations, industry, and academia to continually improve software-intensive systems. Our core purpose is to help organizations improve software engineering capabilities and develop or acquire the right software, defect free, within budget and on time, every time. Position Summary You will work as a part of the Threat Analysis Directorate within CERT and will collaborate with a group of security experts focused on advancing the state of the art and practice for analyzing, assuring, and countering software systems to enhance National Security. You will investigate and evaluate AI systems to contribute to our core functions: AI Assurance, Red Teaming of AI Systems, and AI Digital Forensics, Response, and Mitigation. You will take part in project reviews to gather feedback on research and analysis approaches. This will include revisions, thorough documentation, and presenting work products. You will help to develop solutions to solve operational and mission-based challenges. Requirements Enrolled in a degree granting program.You will be subject to a background check and must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.Able to work an internship during the summerAble to work onsite to the SEI Pittsburgh office Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Have excellent written and verbal communicationAbility to critically think and problem solveSolid understanding of AI/ML including Generative AIBasic proficiency with a programming language (preferably Python)Familiarity with common AI/ML software packages and tools (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow)Ability to collaborate internally and externally with professional engineers and researchersWillingness to learn new technologies with cross-functional teams Desired Experience Experience with programming languages (preferably Python)Experience with training AI/ML modelsExperience with adversarial machine learning techniquesExperience with red-teaming cyber and/or AI systemsBasic understanding of cybersecurity conceptsExperience with clearly documenting and communicating findings The skills listed above are a nice-to-have bonus, but not strictly necessary for this role. Job Function Breakdown AI Security Research and Development: 80%Documentation of Results: 20% TOTAL = 100% This position will be onsite at the Pittsburgh office 5 days a week. Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Location Pittsburgh, PA Job Function Non-CMU Students Position Type Intern (Fixed Term) Full time/Part time Full time Pay Basis Hourly More Information Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. Click here to view a listing of employee benefitsCarnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Statement of Assurance