Internship Opportunities for Students
Current Internship Opportunities:
Triple Point Security
Blacksburg, VA
This is a paid internship opportunity for both Cybersecurity and Non-Cybersecurity Students
At Triple Point Security, we recognize that information security is a complex challenge. Delivering effective solutions requires a diverse team with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. To build this team, we seek curious and self-motivated undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines and majors who are passionate about technology and managing security risks.
We welcome all applicants excited to explore how technology and security intersect with real-world business, research, and government applications. Prior cybersecurity experience or a major in a cybersecurity or IT field isn’t required. If you’re interested in technology and cybersecurity and eager to grow your skills through hands-on experience with a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Learn
Triple Point Security realizes hands-on experience is important to exploring a career in cybersecurity. From working alongside cybersecurity leaders and practitioners to professional development training, we make sure our internship program provides you with valuable experience.
Our goal is to ultimately place interns on client and partner engagements to explore the various aspects of a cybersecurity program and cybersecurity practices, which will use knowledge and skills learned in class and through the internship program. Interns will have opportunities to learn:
• Cloud Computing and the “Big 3” Cloud Service Providers: AWS, GCP, and Azure • Virtualization Concepts and VMWare Configuration
• Creating Virtual Machines and Configuring VMs Using the Command Line
• Networking and IP Addressing
• Host-based and Cloud Firewalls
• Vulnerability Scanning and Reporting, Remediating Vulnerabilities
• Creating and Securing Virtual Machines in the Cloud
• Advanced Cloud Architecture and Networking Concepts
• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework
What it Takes
• Undergraduate and Graduate students; Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
• Desire to learn more about information technology/cybersecurity
• Affinity for critical thinking, problem solving, and conducting research
• Self-starter and ability to work independently and learn new technologies
• Ability to work, communicate, and resolve conflict in a team environment
• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written contexts
• Organized and able to meet deadlines and administrative requirements
What You'll Receive
• Opportunity to unleash your talents and add value to the organization
• Real work experience in a professional setting
• Exposure to company projects and initiatives
• Professional development training
• Networking opportunities and team events
• Performance and resume evaluation
• Vendor training and certification opportunities
• Cloud certification incentive programs
• Flexible remote work schedule
How You’ll Apply
If you are interested, please email the following to internshiprecruiting@triplepointsecurity.com:
• A copy of your resume
• An unofficial transcript from any college(s) attended
• Both your college and permanent addresses
Email Subject Line: Internship Summer 2026
We will review your resume and schedule a call to discuss the opportunity. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Close Date for Receiving Resumes: March 27, 2026
Tentative Dates: May 1, 2026 – Aug. 31, 2026 (subject to adjustment if needed prior to start date; potential to extend internship with strong performance)
Employment Term: Part-time (potential to transition into full-time post-graduation)
Work Hour Commitment: 12 – 15 hours per week/minimum 48 hours per month overall
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia; Local residence required (hybrid/remote during summer)
Compensation: Hourly pay, Certification incentive bonus program, Performance-based raises
U.S. Citizenship Preferred: Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship