Discover a POWERful career at Associated Electric!  Our organization offers challenging and rewarding work with career development and internal mobility opportunities - all within a family friendly and community centric culture.   Our purpose is simple - to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy for our member-owners. At Associated Electric, one of the largest electric cooperatives in the nation, opportunities to gain valuable experience and contribute new ideas in an ever-changing industry are endless.

Want a chance to work on the front lines with highly talented and elite teams of cybersecurity professionals who have a mission of keeping the lights on? Well, you are in luck because Cybersecurity Internships are available at our Headquarters facility located in Springfield, Missouri. These paid internships are available during the 2024-2025 school year with the opportunity to work full-time hours during the summer. Normal working days are Monday through Friday. You could also potentially receive course credit while working at AECI! Contact your school’s career center for more information.

Who We’re Looking for:

• Passionate students currently enrolled in a computer-related degree program.
• A genuine interest in cybersecurity and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Possess the ability to think critically and solve complex problems efficiently.
• Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing environments and new challenges.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Red Team / Blue Team testing (Ethical Hacking)
• Assisting in response to cybersecurity threats in real-time
• Leverage sophisticated tools to reduce the risk of exploitation & compromise across a large network
• Utilize tools to automate and detect indicators of compromise
• Assist with training our employees to become defenders of our technologies

Why choose AECI?

• Growth Opportunities: Mentorship, training, and real-world experience.
• Culture: Inclusive, innovative, and dynamic work environment.
• Networking: Connect with industry leaders and peers.

How to apply:

• Visit Our Careers Page: Go to www.aeci.org/careers.
• Create Your Profile: Complete your profile on the career website.
• Select the Cybersecurity Internships Link
• Upload Documents: Upload your resume and your most recent transcript (an unofficial copy is sufficient).
• Submit Your Application.

AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. Please contact us if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.
 

External/Internal posting date: 8/19/2024

An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.