Qualcomm Information Security and Risk Management tasks range across all areas of cyber security, including; operations technology (OT) security, application security, security architecture, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), cyber threat hunting / intelligence, responding to cyber security incidents, automation and scripting efforts, and engaging with business units to help manage cyber risks to the organization. We are a collaborative team that is always learning, sharing, and researching. You will work with engineers and business stakeholders across the company to secure complex infrastructure and applications. You will need communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to learn and grow in a rapidly evolving environment. We welcome candidates who are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to learn and grow as engineers.  At Qualcomm, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) so a strong desire to contribute to DEI initiatives is highly valued.

Qualcomm values people from all walks of life and backgrounds. We understand not everyone will meet all the below qualifications on day one. That’s okay! If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, if you cover even some of these preferences – we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

• In study towards a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related fields.
• Must be available for 11 – 14 weeks during Summer 2025 (May-September) with a graduation date of December 2025 or later

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Cybersecurity Principals, Statistics, ML/AI
• Knowledge of security frameworks, endpoint security, cryptography, forensics, phishing, and malware analysis
• Experience with Windows & Linux (Any Distribution)
• Programming Experience in Java, C, C++, C#, Go, Python, PowerShell, Bash, Perl
• Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation within the upcoming year preferred Dec 2025 to June 2026.

Qualcomm’s Internship Program

Our interns join world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world.  You’ll be paired with a mentor with visibility to your project and team, receive support from your manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community to ensure your success. To round out your summer internship, we host professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series. In addition to competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time, you will receive relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of your internship.

When applying, you can specify which technical track(s) you would like to be considered for.  By applying here, you are expressing interest in one of our many 2025 Cyber Security internships. It’s important to note that this is not a job posting for a specific role. We will review resumes on an ongoing basis and a recruiter may reach out to you.