Early Careers: Global Cybersecurity Services Intern

Early Careers: Global Cybersecurity Services Intern

Want to help defend a global business from real cyber threats? Ready to turn your cybersecurity curiosity into hands‑on experience? Collaborate with experienced security professionals, learn fast, and help protect our systems, data, and colleagues worldwide!

Location: This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Chicago, IL office.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

As a Cybersecurity Intern, you’ll be embedded in our Global Cybersecurity Services team, working alongside experienced professionals to help protect our systems, data, and employees worldwide. You’ll support real-world security work in one of the following areas: security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, identity & access management, or governance, risk & compliance. All while building your technical and analytical skills every day.

What you’ll do:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, logs, tasks, or dashboards to help identify potential threats or suspicious activity.
• Use analytics tools to explore security data sets and highlight patterns, anomalies, or potential risks.
• Partner with teammates across cybersecurity and IT, asking questions, sharing ideas, and learning new tools and techniques along the way.

How this opportunity is different

This isn’t a “watch from the sidelines” internship. As part of Aon’s Global Cybersecurity Services team, you’ll be trusted to contribute to real security work that helps protect our systems, data, and colleagues around the world—while being surrounded by people who want you to grow. You’ll join a diverse, team‑oriented environment where your curiosity is encouraged, your ideas are welcomed, and your development is a priority.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Foundational understanding of: Networking concepts (TCP/IP, ports, protocols, firewalls, VPNs), Operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and basic system administration concepts, and Common cybersecurity principles (CIA triad, least privilege, defense in depth).
• Familiarity with at least one of the following areas (coursework, labs, or personal projects):
  • Security tools (e.g., Wireshark, Nmap, basic SIEM exposure).
  • Scripting or programming (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar).
  • Web technologies and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10).
  • Access Management (eg: authentication, authorization, or provisioning)
• Familiarity with security concepts in cloud environments, endpoint security or tooling, and
• Ability to utilize analytics tools to analyze data sets.
• Participation in cybersecurity competitions, labs, or clubs (e.g., CTFs, cyber ranges, security-focused student groups).
• Reliability in meeting deadlines, honoring commitments, and following established processes.

Additional Skills:

• Curious mindset with a desire to understand how systems work and how they can be attacked or defended.
• Resourcefulness in finding information, learning new tools, and navigating ambiguity.
• Reliability in meeting deadlines, honoring commitments, and following established processes.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies, tools, and security practices quickly.
• Openness to feedback and willingness to continuously improve.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and dynamic project requirements.
• Willingness to share knowledge, ask questions, and contribute ideas in group settings.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong documentation habits and attention to detail.

Qualifications 

Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Rising seniors graduating between December 2026 – June 2027 with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Please Note: For this role you must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

What sets our Summer Internship Program apart from the rest? 

Explore Aon’s culture and business areas, developing practical skills vital for your future success and postgraduate opportunities. Engage in weekly spotlights, community outreach events and networking opportunities with peers, fostering an understanding of exceeding client expectations and delivering distinct products and services. 

Development Planning 

Participate in a comprehensive development plan that includes deeply understanding Aon’s business areas, ethical standards, professional environment, networking opportunities, learning internal systems, and honing interpersonal and team-building skills through collaboration events and colleague networking opportunities. 

Future Opportunities 

The Aon Summer Internship Program offers meaningful exposure to Aon, preparing interns for short-term and long-term career opportunities. Outstanding interns may receive offers to join Aon’s Launch Program, an early careers development opportunity, upon graduation. 

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.  We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well. 

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. 

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $23.00-$26.00 hourly. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

Aon offers a benefits package for temporary and seasonal employees who will work 20 or more hours per week including: medical, dental, and vision insurance at the employee’s expense, critical illness insurance, 10 company holidays per calendar year (paid, if eligible), paid sick leave as provided under state and local law, and a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions. Eligibility for benefits are governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.