Security Governance Intern

At EchoStar, hard work is rewarded with limitless opportunities. We’re looking at more than your education and previous work experience, we want individuals who are bright, energetic and ambitious. We believe the critical thinking skills you learn in college can be applied across a variety of business functions, regardless of your major. The opportunities at EchoStar will provide you with a potential fast track for career advancement. 

Our internship program is designed to give you comprehensive experience in the fast-paced world of wireless and technology industries. With hands-on field experience and business projects, you will get an in-depth look at how our business works and where you fit into it. Help us build our brand while we help you build yours.

Our interns partner with teams across EchoStar working to drive our latest game-changing innovation. Our internship is a 10 week, in-person experience that is paid hourly with eligible overtime. Interns are given a business project(s) to complete over the summer and present their results to leadership and their peers. EchoStar provides each intern with a manager to support them with the execution of their project.

All opportunities are located in Denver, CO unless otherwise stated.

Cybersecurity Policy, Governance, Awareness, and Training Internship 

Play a supporting role in strengthening our organization's security posture by assisting with the development, implementation, and promotion of key security practices. This is a 10-week, full-time internship ideal for a student seeking practical experience at the intersection of cybersecurity, business risk, and organizational communication. 

Key Responsibilities

• Area: Policy & Governance
  • Assist in reviewing and updating existing security policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure alignment with industry frameworks and regulatory requirements.
  • Support the GRC team in preparing for internal or external security audits.
• Area: Awareness & Training
  • Contribute to the development of engaging, creative, and accessible security awareness content for all employees, including through research of current and emerging social engineering tactics to inform training materials
  • Help administer the phishing simulation program and analyze campaign results

Education and Experience:

• GPA 3.3 or above
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, a graduate program, or a related field of study
• Must have 60 credit hours completed by May 2026

Skills and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment screen including a reference check, criminal background check, and possible drug test
• Basic understanding of security frameworks
• Familiarity with common cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities, as well as fundamental security principles (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability - CIA Triad)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, non-technical policy language
• Attention to detail for reviewing complex regulatory and contractual documents
• Creative mindset for developing engaging training materials
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort in presenting information
• Ability to conduct thorough research on new security regulations and best practices
• Basic data analysis skills to interpret phishing and training metrics

Visa sponsorship not available for this role