Cybersecurity Development Program Intern
@ UnitedHealth Group

Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ireland
$50,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 23 days ago

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About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Cybersecurity Development Program Intern where you will work with a team of cybersecurity professionals dedicated to improving health care outcomes. The work you do will directly impact communities by connecting people with essential care, pharmacy benefits, and data.

Program Overview

This 10-week summer internship offers hands-on security work, networking, mentoring, and social events in a cohort-based format that enhances your learning and engagement.

  • Work in Global Cyber Defense, Governance Risk Compliance, Security Cloud Engineering, or Information Security.
  • Experience ethical hacking, penetration testing, compliance audits, and security tooling.
  • Gain mentoring from technology leaders in a collaborative environment.

What to Expect

Enjoy a hybrid work model at the Letterkenny or Dublin office, with flexible work arrangements especially for those in the Republic of Ireland.

  • Work on real-world security challenges.
  • Participate in social responsibility activities and networking events.
  • Support UnitedHealth Group's mission to improve health equity globally.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields. A foundational understanding of networking, operating systems, and information security principles is essential.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience with security tools like Wireshark, Nmap, Burp Suite, Splunk, or Nessus.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001.
  • Basic knowledge of cloud platforms and security features (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Exposure through CTF competitions, cybersecurity clubs, or personal projects.
  • Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Additional Information

All candidates must be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland without restrictions. Adherence to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy is required. UnitedHealth Group values diversity and inclusion while ensuring equal employment opportunities.

Key skills/competency

  • Cybersecurity
  • Internship
  • Technical
  • Networking
  • Compliance
  • Cloud
  • Programming
  • Security Tools
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
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How to Get Hired at UnitedHealth Group

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight cybersecurity skills and project experience.
  • Research UnitedHealth Group: Understand their mission and technology initiatives.
  • Prepare security portfolio: Showcase tools and frameworks expertise.
  • Practice technical questions: Review networking and OS fundamentals.
  • Demonstrate teamwork: Emphasize collaborative problem-solving experience.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review networking and OS fundamentals.
Practice using security tools like Nmap and Wireshark.
Brush up on cybersecurity frameworks, e.g., NIST.
Familiarize with cloud security basics in AWS.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork on technical challenges.
Explain problem-solving in security incidents.
Discuss adaptability in fast-paced projects.
Share experience with collaborative projects.

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