Cybersecurity Intern at Core4ce – Charleston, South Carolina

Core4ce

Cybersecurity Intern
1079-383

Core4ce is looking to hire a Cybersecurity intern to work between January 14th, 2026 and May 15th, 2026 to help support the Naval Information Warfare Centers (NIWC), both Pacific and Atlantic (NIWC LANT), and their Department of Defense (DoD) and Navy partners for their dynamic and challenging missions protecting the nation's interest.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Charleston Southern University faculty and Navy (NIWC) partners on assigned research projects. Participate in team-based or individual research initiatives focused on applied Department of Defense (DoD) topics. Contribute to research in one or more of the following areas:
Engineering Information Technology Networking Cybersecurity (e.g., Cyber Defense Research Laboratory projects) Business initiatives relevant to defense applications
Assist in gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to support project goals. Attend meetings with DoD representatives, industry partners, and academic advisors to understand workforce development goals. Stay up to date on relevant technical or business trends affecting defense-related research. Prepare research summaries, presentations, or reports as required by project leads. Respond to deadlines in a timely fashion. Upload documentation into approved environment Communicate technical information in a clear and understandable manner.

*This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.

Requirements

Eligible for a DoD Secret Clearance High School Diploma Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, hardware, and software systems. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team. Eagerness to learn and stay updated on emerging technologies. Able to lift up to 50 lbs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Remote Home Office, South Carolina, United States

Part-Time

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.