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.

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Risk & Security Analyst

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