Fall-2026-Cyber-Security-Internship

Overview

Are you interested in gaining meaningful work experience at one of the nation's leading specialty retailers? As a Spencer''s & Spirit IT Intern you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skill set, explore your talents, and network with our company leaders. Our internship program offers a challenging, hands-on experience in a rewarding, supportive environment. Our goal is to prepare you to jump into a career post-graduation.

Former interns often describe our internship program as the most fun they've ever had - at a company where our mission is "Life's a Party. We're Makin' It Fun!" and "So Much Fun It's Scary!" what else could you expect? With a small group of interns there is a close relationship between supervisors, mentors, and interns, which fosters an environment of companionship and learning.

Some highlights of our program include:

• Paid, full-time internship
• Workshops with our Corporate Executives including the CIO
• 30% discount at Spencer's and Spirit Halloween Stores

Responsibilities

As a Cyber Security Intern, you will work closely with Security Analysts and leadership to support the monitoring, assessment, and protection of systems, networks, and organizational data.

• Assist Security analysts in evaluating passwords, logins, system logs, access reports, dashboard and security failure reports
• Help perform security assessments, vulnerability testing and risk analysis for on premise as well as cloud and hosted environments
• Assist team with conducting security audits. Both internal and external security audits across various networks and technologies
• Update the disaster recovery plans and other documents to make sure the company has backups
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• Available to work 30 hours per week while being on-site a minimum of 2 days per week (Tuesday - Thursday)
• Completion of junior year preferred and must be enrolled in college for the upcoming semester; graduate students are also encouraged to apply
• Commutable distance to our home office in Egg Harbor Township, NJ
• High level of analytical ability to collect and examine technical data to resolve implementation and support issues
• Good customer service and human relations skills
• Patience and motivation as well as the ability to maintain control in stressful situations
• Must be extremely trustworthy
• Ability to work well with key stakeholders and function as a team member
• Strong communication skills

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.