Cyber AI Engineering Intern (Spring 2027)

What We Do

Cyber AI Engineers at the SEI use data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to help our government and industry clients research and solve cybersecurity challenges. In this role, you will work with our team to identify areas where AI techniques can help tackle problems, plan and develop prototype solutions, and build out final products. You'll get a chance to work with elite cybersecurity professionals and university faculty to build new technologies that will influence national cyber security strategy for decades to come. You will participate in research proposals, execute studies, build models, and present findings to DoD sponsors and other venues.

Position Summary

You will work as a part of the CERT Data Science Team and will collaborate with a team of AI researchers, software engineers, and cybersecurity experts focused on building AI solutions to enhance cybersecurity capabilities.

As a Cyber AI Engineering Intern, you won't just be monitoring alerts—you'll be building the intelligence that powers them. You will use AI technologies, Python, ML frameworks, and security automation to develop smarter tools that detect and neutralize threats at scale. You will work at the intersection of software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity to develop AI that provides a strategic advantage in cybersecurity activites.

Requirements

•  Enrolled in an undergraduate degree granting program pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or a related technical field.

•  Willingness to travel to various locations to support the SEI’s overall mission. This includes within the SEI and CMU community.

•  You will be subject to a background check and must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•  Coding Proficiency: Strong command of Python (essential for both AI and Security) and familiarity with other languages like C++, Go, or Bash.

•  Foundational AI/ML Knowledge: Understanding of how AI models are trained and operated.

•  Security Mindset: Familiarity with core security concepts (encryption, identity management, network security, threat modeling, etc.).

•  Thrives in a multi-disciplinary environment

•  Strong communication skills

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