# College to Corporate IT Internship - Risk & Security - Engineer at Vanguard

- Company: [Vanguard](https://vanguard.com)
- Location: Dallas, TX
- Type: Internship · Internship
- Posted: 2026-08-31
- Apply: https://vanguard.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/vanguard_external/job/DallasFt-Worth-TX/College-to-Corporate-IT-Internship---Risk---Security---Engineer_181851
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/college-to-corporate-it-internship-risk-security-engineer-947891

## Posting

Build secure technology solutions that help protect Vanguard and our investors. As a Risk & Security Engineer intern in Vanguard's College to Corporate (C2C) Internship Program, you'll work at the intersection of software engineering and cybersecurity - helping to design and develop systems that are resilient, secure, and reliable. This immersive internship combines hands-on project work, mentorship, and structured development to help you grow your technical skills while developing leadership skills through collaboration, initiative, and contributing to solutions that protect Vanguard and our investors.

### In this internship you will:

- Support the development of secure applications and systems across Vanguard's technology environment
- Contribute to implementing security controls and best practices within software and platforms
- Assist in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities in applications and infrastructure
- Build or enhance tools, scripts, or processes that improve security and automation
- Collaborate with engineering, security, and platform teams to deliver secure solutions
- Gain exposure to secure software development practices and cybersecurity concepts
- Work within Agile teams to contribute to design, development, and testing efforts
- Build connections with peers, mentors, and leaders across Vanguard
- Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support your development

### What it takes:

- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
- Interest in software engineering with a focus on security and system protection
- Familiarity with programming concepts and a willingness to learn secure coding practices
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Curiosity about how systems can be designed to prevent and mitigate risk
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred

### Additional Information:

This program is a full-time, paid 10-week summer internship

Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position

The start date for this program will be May/June 2027

### Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

### About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

### How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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