Cybersecurity Consulting Intern - Summer 2026

PwC•Washington, DC

10d•$29 - $48

About The Position

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data. As a cybersecurity generalist at PwC, you will focus on providing comprehensive security solutions and experience across various domains, maintaining the protection of client systems and data. You will apply a broad understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to address diverse security challenges effectively. Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development. Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others. Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential. Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas. Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback. Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns. Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness. Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements. The Opportunity As a Cybersecurity Consulting Intern, you will engage in a dynamic environment where you will support teams in delivering cybersecurity solutions to clients. You will participate in projects that involve security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and the implementation of security controls, gaining exposure to the methodologies and practices that drive successful cybersecurity strategies. As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices, supporting teams with basic tasks, and observing professional work environments. You will have the opportunity to apply a learning mindset, take ownership of your development, and appreciate diverse perspectives while contributing to the team's success. In this role at PwC, you will be part of a collaborative team that values adaptability and continuous improvement. You will be encouraged to actively listen, ask questions, and express ideas clearly, contributing to the development of cybersecurity policies and strategies. Your role will involve gathering information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, helping to build commercial awareness and understanding of how the business operates. This is an opportunity to establish your personal brand and pave the way for future opportunities in the cybersecurity field.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application.
Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school
Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school

Nice To Haves

Preference for one of the following fields of study: Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Business Application Programming, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Statistics, Risk Management, Systems Engineering
Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
Demonstrating knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and strategies
Participating in vulnerability assessments and security incident management
Utilizing encryption technologies and privacy compliance measures
Supporting teams with security architecture and compliance management
Applying Agile methodology in cybersecurity projects
Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes

Responsibilities

Supporting cybersecurity teams in conducting vulnerability assessments and security reviews
Participating in the design and implementation of security architecture and controls
Assisting in the development and management of cybersecurity policies and strategies
Collaborating with teams to monitor security incidents and manage responses effectively
Engaging in the application of encryption technologies to safeguard sensitive information
Contributing to privacy compliance efforts by understanding regulatory requirements
Utilizing Agile methodology to enhance project management and team collaboration
Observing and learning from client support interactions to gain exposure to cybersecurity practices
Gathering information to analyze security threats and discern patterns for proactive measures
Developing a learning mindset to take ownership of personal development and growth