Spring 2027 Security Engineer Intern
The Nuclear Company20 hours ago
Washington, DC, USAIntern
Responsibilities
- Build scripts, tools, and automation that help engineering teams develop secure software.
- Identify and address security risks in applications, APIs, AWS workloads, and development pipelines.
- Participate in threat modeling, design reviews, code reviews, and security testing with guidance.
- Improve security visibility and detections for cloud workloads and operated software.
- Investigate security-tool findings, validate their impact, and collaborate with engineers on practical fixes.
- Document security work so improvements can be maintained across teams.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a BS program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field; available for the full co-op term and returning to school afterward.
- Experience completing a working technical project through coursework, independent work, a student team, or a prior internship.
- Ability to explain technical work clearly and learn from engineers in different disciplines.
- U.S. Person status, meaning U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency, is required because the role involves information and technology subject to U.S. export controls.
- Preferred: a project involving application security, cloud security, security automation, detection engineering, or AI-enabled cyber defense.
- Preferred: interest in AI-enabled software, energy, national security, industrial software, or regulated industries.
- Preferred: programming fundamentals in at least one of Python, TypeScript, Java, or Go.
Benefits
- Six-month Spring 2027 co-op based in Washington, DC.
- Hybrid work arrangement with on-site work three days per week.
- Mentorship and the opportunity to own a scoped project from design through delivery.
- Estimated starting rate of $25.00 per hour plus a $2,000 monthly housing stipend, less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid every two weeks.
About The Nuclear Company
The Nuclear Company develops and constructs nuclear power plants in the U.S., pairing proven reactor technologies with a fleet-scale, design-once/build-many model for utilities and grid operators. Founded in 2023 and privately held, it focuses on standardizing plant design and digital delivery to reduce costs and deployment timelines. The company works to supply reliable baseload electricity and expand nuclear capacity across American markets.