IT Cybersecurity Intern

DigiKey Electronics

6161 American Boulevard West (Show on map)
May 07, 2025
DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page. ______________________________________________________________________ Position Overview:As an IT Cybersecurity Intern, you will participate in various aspects of DigiKey's IT department. You will work alongside team members and have the opportunity to complete a capstone project which you'll work on throughout the internship. Housing: Local campus housing (private room, private bath, and shared living space) is provided for interns selecting Thief River Falls as their internship home base. We are unable to provide housing for Bloomington-based internships. This is a hybrid, which will require onsite attendance. Responsibilities: Assist with day-to-day tasks and projects in the assigned department Support the team in their regular duties Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions Collaborate with team members on various projects and initiatives Conduct research and analysis as assigned Maintain organized records of work and project files Capstone Project: Gain practical experience in the assigned department Develop a deeper understanding of DigiKey and how it operates Improve business skills such as communication, project management, data analysis, etc. Build a professional network within the industry Required knowledge, skills, and abilities The best candidate for this position will be a current student or recent graduate with education in an IT-related field such as Computer Science or Information System Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills including average to above-average computer ability Be willing to take the initiative, working independently and collaboratively Demonstrating a positive, collaborative approach is important in this role Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship Tools, Systems, and Software: Full Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams Outlook Physical Requirements: Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse, and screen Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body Compensation: The base pay range for this position is: $20.00 to $35.00 Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range, including the candidate's work experience in related roles; the candidate's knowledge, skills, capabilities, and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position. ______________________________________________________________________ DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Pay Transparency