Cybersecurity Analyst Intern
Location: Plano, Tx
Duration: 12 weeks
Start date: May 25th, 2027
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Ericsson is seeking a motivated Cybersecurity Intern to support its North American business. The role offers hands-on experience across cybersecurity topics, mission-focused projects, and exposure to a fast-paced, evolving technology environment. Interns will develop security skills and career potential while contributing to Ericsson's leadership in global telecommunications, including its strong position in the U.S. wireless network market.
What you will do
- Collaborate with security stakeholders to identify manual, repetitive, or time-consuming tasks suitable for automation or AI augmentation.
- Design and implement lightweight tools, scripts, and workflows to automate data collection, correlation, and reporting for security operations.
- Prototype AI agents (e.g., chatbots, decision-support tools) that assist with security investigations, documentation, and routine queries.
- Integrate automation solutions with existing systems and data sources where feasible (e.g., ticketing systems, monitoring tools, internal dashboards).
- Document designs, code, and usage instructions to ensure solutions can be operated and maintained by the security team.
- Contribute to metrics and dashboards that show efficiency gains and impact from automation and AI tools.
- Developing and deploying Agentic solutions.
- Participate in regular check-ins and demos to present progress, gather feedback, and refine implementations.
You will bring:
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
- Solid programming skills.
- Familiarity with APIs, scripting, and automation frameworks (for example, using Python libraries, REST APIs, or workflow automation tools).
- Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts and practical experience using AI libraries, frameworks, or APIs (e.g., working with language models or simple classifiers).
- Strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to break down complex tasks into smaller, automatable components.
- Good communication skills, including the ability to explain technical solutions in clear, concise terms to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and deliver commitments within a structured project timeline.
Eligibility requirements:
- 2.7+ GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
- Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, master's, or PhD on a full-time basis at a four-year college or university at the time of the internship
- Available for a full-time internship for 12 week
What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [email protected].
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
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Job details: Security Analyst
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At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
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The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
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Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate, master's, or PhD program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
- Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year college or university during the internship
- Minimum 2.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
- Available for a full-time 12-week internship
- Solid programming skills
- Familiarity with APIs, scripting, and automation frameworks
- Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts and practical experience with AI libraries, frameworks, or APIs
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills and ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project commitments
- Must not require U.S. work authorization sponsorship or specified U.S. immigration filings
- Must not be an F-1 student working on CPT or EAD for this position
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Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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