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Intern - Cybersecurity

Brief overview

Pineville, Louisiana, USIn-person
UndergradOr in progress
11 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
3 green cardsCertified filings
Analytical skillsComplianceComputer skillsBusiness PartneringApplication DevelopmentArchitectureBusiness Requirements AnalysisDatabase AdministrationHardware ManagementIT Data ManagementIT Implementation and integrationIT SupportIT TestingNetwork/IT Security

About the company

A regional energy utility dedicated to delivering reliable power and sustainable energy solutions.

Visa sponsorship history

4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026

Data powered by U.S. Department of Labor. This does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
11H-1B approved
100%approval rate
6new H-1B hires
3PERM certified
$110,000median wage / yr
H-1B Petition ApprovalsVisas USCIS actually granted: the strongest sign the company sponsors.
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LCA Certified ApplicationsAn early filing step, not a visa approval: it signals intent, not confirmed sponsorship.
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Green Card (PERM) FilingsCertified green card filings: a long-term commitment to international hires.
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Job description

Role Purpose

The Cybersecurity Intern will work alongside experienced cybersecurity and IT professionals and learn how security tools, monitoring processes, and risk management practices help keep business operations secure. This internship provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world security challenges while developing technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with monitoring cybersecurity tools, alerts, and system activity to help identify potential security risks.
  • Support cybersecurity projects involving network security, system protection, and risk management.
  • Collect, organize, and analyze security events and learn how cybersecurity teams respond to potential threats.
  • Support testing and review activities that help strengthen security controls and operational effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity team members on projects that improve security and business operations.
  • Present project findings and accomplishments to leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills & Experience

  • Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field preferred
  • Interest in cybersecurity, network security, information protection, or risk management.
  • Basic knowledge of leading enterprise cyber security practices
  • Planning and project management skills
  • Willingness and ability to learn new technologies on the job
  • Proficient at functioning effectively within a team environment, presenting ideas and opinions in a respective and collegial manner

Key Competencies

BEHAVIORAL

  • Building Partnerships
  • Leading Teams
  • Business Acumen
  • Communication
  • Courage
  • Building Self-Insight
  • Driving for Results
  • Energizing the Organization
  • Driving Execution
  • Building Trusting Relationships
  • Driving Innovation
  • Planning and Organizing
  • Safety
  • Establishing Strategic Direction

TECHNICAL

  • Analytical skills
  • Compliance
  • Computer skills
  • Business Partnering
  • Application Development
  • Architecture
  • Business Requirements Analysis
  • Database Administration
  • Hardware Management
  • IT Data Management
  • IT Implementation and integration
  • IT Support
  • IT Testing
  • Network/IT Security

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