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Put your technical mind to work

Do you have the self-starting drive, mental agility, and collaborative mindset to lead teams at the forefront of cybersecurity? Are you ready to turn your classroom experience into real -world impact? Protecting our investors from risk requires clear goals, bold ideas, and resolute action.

As part of Vanguard’s Risk & Security Analyst track, you’ll play a vital role in safeguarding our systems and data—day in and day out. This immersive internship offers hands-on experience at one of the world’s leading investment firms, with extensive training, meaningful assignments, and mentorship from seasoned professionals to help you grow your technical expertise .

You’ll gain exposure to the full software lifecycle and contribute to initiatives that directly impact our clients. Make it count.

In this internship you will:

+ Drive security strategies that help Vanguard perform at its best and protect investors from emerging threats.

+ Support client outcomes by contributing to our mission of giving investors the best chance at investment success.

+ Build skills in policy enforcement, threat intelligence, incident response, and security automation.

+ Build skills in analytical thinking, technical writing, and data-driven decision-making

+ Gain hands-on experience in security strategy, risk mitigation, and digital ethics while practicing Agile & LEAN methodologies

+ Share your insights and drive outcomes both individually and in collaborative, supportive environments.

+ Network with program managers, alumni, senior leaders, and peers to build lasting professional relationships.

+ Receive personalized coaching and mentorship through regular check-ins with your department manager and internship program manager.

What it takes

+ In pursuit of a bachelor's or master's degree with a concentration in computer science, computer engineering, IST, IT, CIS, Security, Risk, Cybersecurity or related technical/engineering subject matter required

+ Strong interest in security/threat analysis, fraud mitigation, and reporting

+ Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred

+ Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations

+ Effective analytical, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a team-oriented environment

Special Factors

+ Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position

+ This program is a full-time, paid summer internship

+ Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the start of the internship

+ The start date for this program will be May 2026

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.