Offensive Security Intern (Summer 2027)

Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades – the largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers, sharp problem‑solvers, and builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency; it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. The Offensive Security team is the central hub for Offensive Security operations and for understanding the current state of “what’s possible” and “how likely” against Robinhood people, processes, and systems. This role is based in our Bellevue or Menlo Park office, with in‑person attendance expected at least three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Hack AI services, models, and pipelines
• Target cloud, Kubernetes, and macOS systems
• Find and exploit bugs in smart contracts
• Build infrastructure and tooling

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a full‑time, degree‑seeking program with an expected graduation date in Winter 2027/Spring 2028
• Coursework in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Security / Cybersecurity
• Passion for CTFs, research, and hacking challenges
• Collaboration to drive change within, and beyond the Security organization
• Basic technical experience with pentesting and/or application security
• Exposure to modern tech stacks: Linux, macOS, Go, Python

Benefits

• Market‑competitive compensation structure
• Quarterly lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more
• Time away including company holidays, paid time off, and sick time
• Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo‑specific commuter benefits

Pay

Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job‑related factors, including education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected hourly range for this role is aligned to one of three compensation zones. For Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC) the range is $60 — $60 USD.

Schedule

This role is based in our Bellevue or Menlo Park office, with in‑person attendance expected at least three days per week.