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CAMPUS Information Technology Cybersecurity Summer Associate (2026)

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In-Office
New York, NY
38-38 Hourly
Internship
In-Office
New York, NY
38-38 Hourly
Internship
Assist in penetration testing, identify security flaws using tools, document findings, collaborate on remediation, and report risks.
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“I can succeed as an Information Technology Summer Associate at Capital Group.”

Join our Offensive Security Team as a Cybersecurity Summer Associate and gain hands-on experience in the penetration testing space. You’ll shadow professionals who perform authorized, scoped security testing across applications, networks, and cloud environments.

  • You’ll use manual techniques and automated tools to identify security flaws

  • You’ll document proof-of-exploitation and collaborate with engineers to validate and remediate issues

  • You’ll deliver clear, business-focused reports outlining risk, remediation steps, and validations of corrective actions

  • You’ll dive into diverse technology areas to determine best ways to mitigate security issues identified

“I am the person Capital Group is looking for.”

We’re seeking curious, agile learners with a strong interest and / or education in cybersecurity and a passion for offensive security. Ideal candidates will have:

Academic Background:

  • You have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and are currently pursuing a security focused bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or equivalent with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2027.

  • Coursework in Operating Systems, Network Communications, Security Architecture Design, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Architecture and Design, Software Development, Cloud Computing, or Distributed Systems.

Technical and Functional Skills:

  • Familiarity with security scanning tools (e.g. Nmap, tcpdump, etc) and software exploitation frameworks (e.g., Metasploit)

  • Knowledge of at least 2 programming / scripting languages (e.g., C/C++, Java, Python, bash scripting, Powershell)

  • Hands-on lab experience related to offensive security is a plus

  • High learning agility and intellectual curiosity to learn how security systems work 

  • Strong communications and collaboration skills

Hourly rate: $38

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In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital’s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.

You can learn more about our compensation and benefits here.

* Temporary positions in Canada and the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.


We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Top Skills

Bash Scripting
C/C++
Java
Metasploit
Nmap
Powershell
Python
Tcpdump

Capital Group New York, New York, USA Office

399 Park Avenue, 34th Floor, New York, NY, United States, 10022

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