About the role

What will you do at Vanguard?

Build secure technology solutions that help protect Vanguard and our investors. As a Risk & Security Engineer intern in Vanguard’s College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program, you’ll work at the intersection of software engineering and cybersecurity - helping to design and develop systems that are resilient, secure, and reliable.

This immersive internship combines hands-on project work, mentorship, and structured development to help you grow your technical skills while developing leadership skills through collaboration, initiative, and contributing to solutions that protect Vanguard and our investors.

In this internship you will:

Support the development of secure applications and systems across Vanguard’s technology environment

Contribute to implementing security controls and best practices within software and platforms

Assist in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities in applications and infrastructure

Build or enhance tools, scripts, or processes that improve security and automation

Collaborate with engineering, security, and platform teams to deliver secure solutions

Gain exposure to secure software development practices and cybersecurity concepts

Work within Agile teams to contribute to design, development, and testing efforts

Build connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across Vanguard

Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support your development

What it takes:

Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field

Interest in software engineering with a focus on security and system protection

Familiarity with programming concepts and a willingness to learn secure coding practices

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Curiosity about how systems can be designed to prevent and mitigate risk

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred

Additional Information:

This program is a full-time, paid 10-week summer internship

Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position

The start date for this program will be May/June 2027

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.

Which skills does this role require?

Software engineeringCybersecurityRisk managementSecure codingSystem protectionVulnerability assessmentAutomationAgile methodologyProblem-solvingAnalytical skillsCommunicationRisk & SecuritySoftware EngineeringInformation TechnologySecure CodingVulnerability ManagementAgileSystem DesignInfrastructure SecurityComputer ScienceRisk MitigationSecurity ControlsMentorship

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