Help protect Vanguard and our investors through a career in cybersecurity and risk. As a Risk & Security Analyst intern in Vanguard’s College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting the teams that safeguard our systems, data, and clients.
This immersive internship combines real-world project work, mentorship, and structured development to help you build technical, analytical, and business skills while developing foundational leadership capabilities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
In this internship you will:
- Support efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity and operational risks
- Analyze potential threats, vulnerabilities, and fraud-related activity
- Assist in developing reports, dashboards, or insights that support risk-informed decision-making
- Partner with security, technology, and business teams to strengthen controls and processes
- Gain exposure to cybersecurity frameworks, risk management practices, and digital ethics
- Collaborate with Agile teams to contribute to ongoing initiatives and solutions
- Build connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across Vanguard
- Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support your development
What it takes:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk, or a related field
- Interest in cybersecurity, threat analysis, risk management, or fraud prevention
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
- Curiosity about how systems can be protected and improved
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred
Additional Information:
- This is a full-time, paid 10-week summer internship
- Vanguard does not offer visa sponsorship for this role
- Start date: May/June 2027
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems technology, information technology, computer information systems, security, risk, cybersecurity, or a related technical or engineering field.
- Strong interest in security and threat analysis, fraud mitigation, and reporting.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Demonstrated leadership skills or leadership aspirations.
- Effective analytical, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Vanguard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement support appears unusually strong through a 401(k) design that includes a match plus an additional employer contribution, which can materially lift long-term total rewards. HSA seeding and an enhanced employer match further strengthen the savings-and-benefits value of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle support is reinforced by a sizable annual FlexFund stipend that can be applied across many day-to-day categories such as fitness, childcare, and other personal expenses. On-site or virtual clinics and fitness options add practical health and wellness convenience.
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.
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What We Do
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