College Intern - IT Systems & Security

Job Title

College Intern – IT Systems & Security (260001O1)

Insurance – Ohio Department of Insurance (ODI)

50 West Town Street, Suite 300, Columbus, OH 43215

Kimberly Lowry
, 614‑644‑2681

Full‑time – Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (flexible to accommodate student schedule)

The College Intern will support the agency’s information security operations by assisting with the configuration, maintenance, and administration of security‑focused hardware and software systems. This role is ideal for students seeking hands‑on experience in cybersecurity, IT systems administration, and enterprise technology support. It is a full‑time internship that extends beyond the summer term, offering professional development throughout the year.

• Assist with implementing, configuring, and maintaining security hardware and software solutions.
• Support installation and upgrades of systems to maintain compliance with security standards.
• Help manage endpoint protection, secure network connectivity, and workstation security controls.
• Contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery processes.
• Create, organize, and maintain detailed documentation of security procedures, configurations, and incident response activities.
• Support technical operations across workstations, telecommunications, and network infrastructure.
• Interface with multiple platforms from hardware and software perspectives.
• Attend meetings as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Must be currently enrolled in a college degree program directly related to Information Systems or Computer Science and be in good academic standing.

Desired skills:
Information Technology, Customer Service, Cybersecurity;
Professional skills:
Collaboration, Customer Focus, Teamwork.

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) and optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

When completing the application, clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications. Attach resumes or cover letters must be entered into the appropriate sections of the online application.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

ODI does not discriminate on the basis of disability and complies with ADA employment regulations. Applicants requiring accommodations should contact Andrew Skal, ADA Coordinator, lo.gov or 614‑644‑3264.

The selected candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily exclude an applicant; each case will be assessed individually.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace that prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39).