Cyber Security Co-Op

Program Overview

The Massachusetts State Lottery Commission (“MSLC”) Summer Internship Program provides emerging leaders with the opportunity to build a foundational understanding of career pathways in public service through experiential learning opportunities. The Cyber Security Co‑Op opportunity runs from 5/18/2026 – 12/24/2026; however, the selected candidate will join their fellow cohorts in attending weekly development workshops, volunteer experiences, and mentoring opportunities from June – August as part of the MSLC’s Summer Internship Program.

All students will conclude the program with a final presentation to showcase the insights they’ve developed over the summer.

The objective of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission (“MSLC”) Cyber Security department is to establish and maintain a solid foundation for cyber security and compliance management to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to MSLC environment, ensure regulatory compliance, protect the reputation and brand of MSLC, establish a culture of accountability and increasing the level of awareness of all personnel. The Cyber Security department ensures that players experience a secure, world‑class product.

The Cyber Security Co‑Op opportunity offers entry‑level professional experience to graduate students seeking a career in cyber.

• Investigate and document cyber security incidents in the Mass Lottery computer systems.
• Document process and procedures that govern the discovery, investigation, and remediation of security incidents.
• Assist the Cyber team in day‑to‑day operations.

• Secure the integrity of our games;
• Protect the well‑being of our customers;
• Maximize revenues returned to the Commonwealth for the benefit of our cities and towns.

Final date to receive applications is February 28, 2026. Interviews will be scheduled in March.

• Graduate student with prior coursework or work experience in Cyber Security or Information Security Management.
• Understanding of security principles and practices.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Please note that the Lottery will not consider family members of current employees as eligible for employment. Family members shall include an employee’s spouse, brother, sister, children, stepchildren, parents, stepparents, sister/brother‑in‑law, daughter/son‑in‑law or an individual residing in an employee’s household.

The Massachusetts State Lottery Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

United States-Massachusetts-Braintree - 1515 Washington St

Information Systems and Technology

State Lottery Commission

Full‑time

Day

Jan 15, 2026, 4:32:31 PM

1

25.00 - 25.00 Hourly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator:
Christine Mountain -

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid

Work Schedule:

Yes