2025 Summer Intern: Cybersecurity

Walmart

Oct 12

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Data
IT & Cybersecurity
Bentonville

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program currently
Expected graduation date between December 2025-August 2026
0-2 years of full-time relevant experience (excludes internship and research-based roles)

Responsibilities

Resolves network security infrastructure issues by troubleshooting and diagnosing through root cause analysis.
Enhances network security infrastructure by monitoring network performance.
Installs network security infrastructure; assists team members with changes; works with suppliers and senior team members to review system performance.
Assesses potential network security issues and identifies solutions.
Conducts audits on network rules, alerts, and monitors on a scheduled basis.
Assists in network security design.
Resolves security system issues (e.g., configuration and management of security systems, spam filtering, identify and access management) by troubleshooting and diagnosing through root cause analysis.
Assesses potential security system issues and identifies solutions.
Enhances security systems by monitoring and maintaining security products.
Installs security systems; assists team members with changes; works with suppliers and senior team members to review system performance; identifies and recommends improvements to system alerts and monitors.
Conducts audits on security systems.
Assists in network security design.
Collaborates closely with product and software development teams to design secure applications and services.
Develops and implements security solutions that adhere to the SDLC and security methodologies.
Conducts application threat modeling using industry methodologies.
Utilizes application security metrics to identify gaps in secure development practices.
Monitors cyber threats by leveraging industry standard tools, custom tools, and best practices.
Collects, analyzes, and correlates data points between various feeds, tools, and personal interactions.
Analyzes data to determine the need for further action.
Discerns patterns of complex threat actor behavior.
Communicates an understanding of current and developing cyber threats.
Develops written intelligence briefings for various levels of stakeholders.
Performs basic security testing utilizing preconfigured tools and scripts.
Assists in the review and analysis of issues with security controls and identified vulnerabilities.
Applies security severity ratings with guidance.
Documents security findings in workflow reporting tools.
Builds knowledge of security testing tools.
Monitors, analyzes, and remediates cybersecurity events by adhering to defined operating procedures.
Works problem tickets and outstanding cases.
Documents analytical steps during alert research and remediation.
Communicates with stakeholders during event troubleshooting and research.
Drafts and reviews standard operating procedures for new cybersecurity alerts.
Supports security operations center processes and procedures.
Modifies alert logic for higher fidelity and identifies new risk detections.
Improves the quality of analytical capabilities by remediating missing or failed standard operating procedures and critical cybersecurity alerts.
Monitors data movement by utilizing data loss prevention tools.
Analyzes alerts and identifies correlating data points between various feeds, tools, and personal interactions.
Analyzes data to determine the need for further action.
Develops and implements data loss prevention system solutions by assisting Technical Experts in setting technical direction.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Cybersecurity Intern at Walmart?

As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will have the opportunity to work in a specific capability/discipline, resolving security system issues, monitoring and maintaining security products, enhancing network security infrastructure, and collaborating with teams to design secure applications and services.

What type of projects can I expect to work on as an intern?

You will work on an impactful individual project designed to align with your skill sets and interests, along with involvement in direct access to leadership, community outreach events, and networking opportunities.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is primarily located at Walmart's Home Offices in Bentonville, AR, although location availability may be limited based on the job profile and business needs.

What is the duration of the internship program?

The internship program lasts for 11 weeks during the summer.

What qualifications are needed to apply for the Cybersecurity Internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program, with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and August 2026, and 0-2 years of relevant full-time experience (excluding internships and research roles).

Is there compensation for the internship?

Yes, the internship offers competitive pay with an hourly wage range of $19.00 to $35.00, along with housing assistance.

Are there opportunities for personal development during the internship?

Yes, the intern experience includes learning and development opportunities targeting both hard and soft skills, executive-led speaker sessions, and deep dives into different areas of the business.

Will there be networking opportunities during the program?

Yes, the program includes networking and social events, as well as direct access to leadership across the enterprise.

Is housing assistance provided for the internship?

Yes, housing assistance is provided to eligible interns.

Are there any benefits associated with the internship?

Yes, Walmart offers benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage, along with paid time off, 401(k), stock purchase options, and a paid education benefit program.

Walmart

https://www.walmart.com/

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1962

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sixty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world’s biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we’re reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. When you join our Walmart family of brands (Sam's Club, Bonobos, Moosejaw and many more!), you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. We are ecstatic to have been named a Great Place to Work® Certified May 2023 – May 2024, Disability: IN 2023 Best Places to Work, and Fast Company 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators 2023. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and build a career you’re proud of.