Spring & Summer 2027 Intern - Security & GRC

About the role

The Security Intern is an integral part of the Information Security team at Workiva. You will help solve security issues, develop tools to assist with security threats, and assist with vulnerability testing of web applications. This role may involve making recommendations on security controls and collaborating with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide Incident Response support when an actionable incident is confirmed
• Document, investigate, and report on information security issues and emerging trends
• Manage and configure tools and devices to expand our security monitoring infrastructure
• Develop tools to assist with security and compliance tasks
• Aid in continual vulnerability testing of web applications to identify weaknesses
• Research and identify potential security controls to fix active vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with other teams to create remediation strategies and timelines for vulnerabilities
• Develop queries and visualizations to assist with security and compliance tasks
• Help solve security issues identified in the production application
• Provide analysis and trending of security log data from a large number of various security devices
• Collaborate with other teams to gather information regarding security problems, issues, and ideas

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program, preferably in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a similar degree
• Strong ethical and discretionary ability to handle sensitive information and data
• Strong communication and networking skills (written, verbal, listening)
• Basic competency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, SQL, Go, and/or Dart)
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and/or penetration testing techniques
• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Google App Engine (GAE)
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems
• If Security Engineering focused: Ability to analyze problems and devise creative solutions within business constraints; good understanding of HTTP and common web application vulnerabilities
• If Security Operations focused: Self-motivation and initiative skills to search for and resolve security issues; initiative and social skills to network with technical individuals to gather information on projects

Qualifications

• Minimal travel
• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office
• Location: This internship is primarily a remote opportunity. However, if you are located near one of our office hubs, you are welcome to work in a hybrid capacity and utilize our office spaces.

Benefits

Minimal travel
Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office
Location: This internship is primarily a remote opportunity. However, if you are located near one of our office hubs, you are welcome to work in a hybrid capacity and utilize our office spaces.

Pay

Salary range in the US: $40.00 - $40.00

Schedule

Minimal travel
Paid sick leave

How You’ll Be Rewarded

Salary range in the US: $40.00 - $40.00
401(k) participation and match
Paid sick leave

Why Join Workiva

Workiva is the platform designed to bring confidence, control, and a competitive edge to the world’s most complex organizations. Our AI-powered platform unifies finance, risk, and sustainability on a single, secure foundation—ensuring data is trusted, traceable, and ready to act on. With an unbroken path from source to output, leaders gain confidence in their numbers, visibility into current and emerging risks, and the ability to move with speed and precision in a constantly changing world. At Workiva, you’ll bring technology to market that executives, boards, and regulators depend on. The work you do here helps organizations navigate uncertainty, maintain trust, and make decisions that stand up to scrutiny.