Cybersecurity Summer Intern

Position: Cybersecurity Summer Intern

Legal Entity: VEAC

Business Unit(s): Information Technology

Location: New York

Department: Information Technology

Reporting to: CISO

FLSA Status (US Staff only):  Non Exempt Full Time Intern

VanEck is a privately held global asset management firm founded in 1955. We develop forward-looking, intelligently designed, active and ETF strategies that strengthen long-term portfolios. We will provide qualified individuals with outstanding education and growth opportunities. If you are a high-energy individual with a strong work ethic, excellent team skills, and outstanding communication skills, we would like to speak with you.

VanEck’s Summer Intern Program includes exposure across the firm through educational, mentorship, and networking events. As an Intern, you will also be exposed to the firm’s senior management, gain an understanding of the financial services industry and learn critical business skills. Our internship program will build more than just your resume — it will challenge your knowledge, build your network and drive your career path. Our program spans 10 weeks and runs from June 2 – August 8. If you are looking to gain valuable hands-on experience while working with talented individuals, apply now!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following, other duties may be assigned as needed:

• Assisting with Technology Risk Assessment and Processing
• Participating in Information Security Governance 
• Supporting with day-to-day Security Operations
• Organizing and processing Information Security Documentation

To successfully accomplish the internship objectives, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications  

• Genuine interest in Cybersecurity disciplines and practices
• Interest in Technology Risk management
• Desire to gain new knowledge and skills in the field of Information Security
• Good communication skills
• A working knowledge of MS Word and Excel is required

Education and/or Experience

• Currently entering junior level (3rd year) or beyond within a 4 year college program
• Previous corporate environment experience is helpful but not required

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Professional demeanor
• Capacity for processing/generating creative ideas and learning new skills
• Motivation
• Enthusiasm

Language Skills

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to technical and non-technical audience.

Compensation: 

• The maximum hourly rate for this position is $25 an hour

VanEck is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and to providing equal opportunity in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. VanEck does not and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, covered-veteran or military status, genetic information, and/or any other factor protected by law.

In order to be considered for this position, please submit resume with the subject line ‘Cybersecurity Group Summer Intern’ to internships@vaneck.com.