Security Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

1 month, 2 weeks ago
Internship
Entry Level
Software Development
Cloudflare

Cloudflare

Cloudflare, Inc. is a leading web performance and security company that protects and accelerates Internet applications globally, enhancing performance and security without hardware or software changes.

IT Services
1K-5K
Founded 2009

Description

  • Ship and deliver security-focused projects over a 12-16 week internship with autonomy and support.
  • Work cross-functionally with Product, Infrastructure, and Engineering teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle.
  • Collaborate closely with a mentor to develop security expertise and support career goals.
  • Identify vulnerabilities and help harden Cloudflare's infrastructure.
  • Build tools that protect billions of Internet users.
  • Present the security project to the entire company at the end of the internship.
  • Write about security work for the Cloudflare blog and contribute to Cloudflare.tv sessions.
  • Build a network across the company through socials, networking programs, ERG programs, and activity groups.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • A solid understanding of the OWASP Top 10, common attack vectors such as XSS, SQLi, and CSRF, and how to mitigate them.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills and a drive to learn and adapt new technologies.
  • Curiosity, empathy, and the ability to get things done.
  • Ability to commit to a minimum 12-week summer internship.
  • Ability to be in the office 3-5 days a week in the internship location.
  • Must be local to London; relocation is not provided.
  • Passion for security and software development, such as personal projects, open-source contributions, or experience with Cloudflare for Students, is a bonus.
  • Position may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws, and any offer may be conditioned on export authorization without sponsorship.

Benefits

  • 12-16 week internship with autonomy and support.
  • Mentorship from experienced security engineers.
  • Opportunities to connect with executives and leadership, including Cloudflare's co-founders.
  • Access to networking programs, Employee Resource Groups, and activity groups.
  • Opportunity to present your project to the entire company.
  • Potential visibility through Cloudflare blog posts and Cloudflare.tv features.
  • Equal opportunity employer with committed diversity and inclusion practices.
  • Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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