Join National Heritage Academies (NHA) this summer as an IT Security Intern!
This is a paid internship. All internships will be in our Grand Rapids Service Center office. The duration of the internships are mid-May through mid-August. Internships are for those enrolled in a college or university program or a recent graduate. For candidates looking for other full-time positions, please explore our open positions here.
About Us:
NHA is a charter school management company that operates 100+ schools in 9 states. We are committed to our mission and we pride ourselves on our student's ability to achieve high results in later education based on the foundations gained in grades K-12 at NHA.
In this role, you will work at our Service Center located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The NHA Service Center is where all the behind-the-scenes magic happens. Our awesome team members are brag-worthy and work with a diverse group of departments to provide top-level support to our schools. The Service Center is a place of bright colors, smiling faces, and opportunities.
We would like to add you to our NHAmazing team! Sound good to you? Keep reading!
In This Role:
The IT Security Team seeks a hard-working self-starter ready to gain knowledge and experience. This position will work directly with our cyber security team and can work on what interests you most. Some of the areas our intern may cover include:
- Engaging in impactful work by identifying potential threats, fortifying defenses, and contributing to the full spectrum of Cyber Security operations.
- Collaborate with a dedicated team of cybersecurity experts focused on safeguarding our digital infrastructure and information assets.
- Rapid7 IDR/IVM SIEM
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance Ticket Management
Qualifications:
- Pursuing or recently obtained a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify vulnerabilities and suggest mitigation strategies. – Preferred
- Attention to detail and the ability to analyze logs, reports, and security-related data. – Preferred
- Good communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and convey technical information clearly. Demonstrated interest in Cyber Security, possibly through coursework, personal projects, or participation in relevant clubs, hackathons, or cybersecurity competitions.
What We Offer You:
- 40 hours/week
- Onsite Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm
- $20/hour
- Scheduled events and meetings with company leaders!
- Formal program to help you grow professionally!
- Opportunity to share in a formal presentation your internship work.