Cybersecurity Intern

At Howmet Aerospace, we’re always in airplane mode! Our global teams are passionate about engineered solutions that advance the world through the aerospace, automotive, defense and commercial transportation industries. Become a part of our diverse culture of learning, development, and mentorship as a Cybersecurity Intern  in  Summer 2027.
Your education is just the beginning – you’ll become an active member of our  Corporate Information Security  team located in  Pittsburgh, PA . During our  12-week  internship program, you’ll tackle real-world challenges through impactful assignments, and work alongside our industry changemakers.
The  Cybersecurity Intern  will focus primarily on Policy, Risk and Governance, while gaining experience in Cyber Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Cyber investigations, Vulnerability Management (VM), Security Awareness, and Cyber Incident Response. The intern will receive a well-rounded cybersecurity experience, gaining exposure to both the governance and risk functions, and the technical security operations that support the organization’s security posture.
A Day in the Life at Howmet…
In this internship, you will:

- Support efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks

- Develop cybersecurity policies and standards

- Assist with risk assessments and risk documentation, developing reports, dashboards/insights that support risk-informed decision-making

- Review security controls and control evidence

- Work on compliance activities and audit readiness

- Framework alignment, particularly NIST, CMMC, and ISO 27001

- Identify and track gaps/remediation

- Understand how governance translates technical cybersecurity requirements into business expectations

- Interact with the other members of the Howmet Corporate Information Security team and learn the roles/responsibilities of all the team members

ABOUT THE TEAM
Howmet Aerospace Internship Programs
Invest your summer with Howmet Aerospace and gain so much more! Our programs include paid work experience, engaging and challenging projects, networking opportunities, volunteer events, and social activities.
Our Pittsburgh, PA internships follow a hybrid-schedule, inclusive of remote work capability, and a housing stipend for students from colleges and universities across the U.S.
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Work & Play in Pittsburgh, PA
A huge player in sports and the arts, Pittsburgh, PA is an exciting city to live in! Home to three professional sports teams (the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the Pittsburgh Steelers) there are many opportunities to catch a game and cheer on your favorite team! Or take some time to experience our city’s rich culture by attending musical performances at the Benedum Center or explore one of our 30+ museums!

Qualifications
Your Education, Skills, and Experience:

- Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity with an expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.

- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent

- Demonstrated internship, work, research, or extracurricular participation

- Involved with at least 1 extracurricular activity

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office

- Interns must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Educations, Skills, and Experience:

- Previous internship in Information Technology with a global employer

- Project experience with security tools or procedures

- Ability to manage projects and working within team in a fast-paced environment

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite