Why Choose PPL for Your Internship?
At PPL, we believe in investing in the next generation of technology leaders. Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in a collaborative and innovative environment. As a Cybersecurity Intern, you’ll gain exposure to real-world challenges, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to projects that protect our digital infrastructure.
This is a Hybrid position. Positions will be filled in Allentown, PA or Louisville, KY.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.• Minimum 3.00 GPA• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.• Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts and tools.
Preferred Qualifications• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).• Knowledge of SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, or cloud platforms.
ResponsibilitiesWhat You’ll Do
As a Cybersecurity Intern, you’ll be assigned to one of several specialized teams within our Enterprise Security department. Your responsibilities may include:
• Analyzing and triaging security incidents and alerts to identify potential threats.• Creating dashboards in SIEM tools to visualize security data.• Automating security processes using tools like Power Automate.• Testing and documenting capabilities of security tools.• Supporting cloud migration and mobile application deployment.• Developing performance metrics and onboarding processes.• Evaluate and communicate threat intelligence to enhance organizational awareness.• Assess and improve security configurations across systems and platforms.• Conduct application security evaluations and integrate security into development processes.• Identify, assess, and document risks for reporting and remediation planning.
What You’ll Gain• Practical experience in specialized areas of cybersecurity.• Exposure to cloud security, application security, and regulatory frameworks.• Familiarity with industry standards like the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.• Enhanced technical, analytical, and communication skills.• A deeper understanding of corporate cybersecurity strategy and governance.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 3.00 GPA.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts and tools.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
- Knowledge of SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, or cloud platforms.
What We Do
We understand the decisions we make today can help shape our energy future for generations to come. That’s why we are committed to growing and innovating in responsible, reliable ways that benefits customers, shareowners, employees and the communities we serve. This commitment comes to life through efforts across our business to build a smarter energy grid while advancing a cleaner energy future. PPL Corporation and the PPL family of companies power the lives and businesses of about 3.5 million customers in the United States. Our high-performing utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities, PPL Electric Utilities and Rhode Island Energy, are addressing challenges head on by building smarter, more resilient and more dynamic power grids and advancing sustainable energy solutions. Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, PPL is a Fortune 500 company that employs more than 6,700 people in the U.S. Our employees fuel our innovation and growth, and we are committed to providing an inclusive, empowering work environment where all can reach their greatest potential. Experience what makes people unique. www.pplweb.com/careers






