Cybersecurity Engineering Intern

If you are a student passionate about product cybersecurity and looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting internship opportunity for you!

Based on our Shakopee, MN office, as a Cybersecurity Engineering Intern with our Cross-Portfolio Technology and Innovation team, you will support cybersecurity efforts across wireless and cross-portfolio products. You’ll work closely with the Senior Product Security Lead and the Lead Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance Engineer to complete a project that strengthens the security posture of Emerson’s products and supports regulatory compliance initiatives.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Collaborate with the Product Security team to enhance cybersecurity across Emerson’s product portfolio.
• Assist in the development and implementation of secure coding practices.
• Support efforts to meet regulatory compliance requirements.
• Participate in agile development processes and contribute to secure software/firmware development.
• Communicate findings and recommendations through persuasive writing and effective verbal communication.
• Engage in empathetic thinking to understand user and stakeholder needs.
• Learn and apply cybersecurity principles in a real-world product environment.
• Work in a team-oriented setting and contribute to a collaborative culture.

Who You Are:

You are curious and eager to learn. You show interest in product cybersecurity and/or regulatory compliance. You communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and speaking. You think empathetically and work well in teams. You are open to feedback, adaptable to change, and motivated to grow your skills in a dynamic environment.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Pursuing Bachelors in engineering
• Zero (0) years of applicable experience
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• GPA of 3.0 or above
• An ABET-accredited engineering degree in Computer, Electrical, or Software Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of basic security concepts such as encryption, secure software development, and regulatory compliance
• Student-level proficiency in a programming/scripting language such as C/C++, Python, Power Shell, etc.

Our Commitment and Culture to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives – because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth a delivering business result.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including monthly housing allowance, paid holidays, employee choice hours, paid sick time, and paid volunteer time. You will also get hands‑on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well‑established and structured internship program. There are also easy to access on‑site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.

Hourly Pay Rate: $25.00 - $27.00

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every…