Microsoft

Microsoft

Posted via Microsoft Careers

Penetration Testing INTERN

Posted Sep 30, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Cybersecurity
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Redmond, Washington, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Internship
Education
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field, or related field with at least...

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Role Summary

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The Penetration Testing Intern identifies vulnerabilities in software, hardware, or human systems under supervision. The role applies penetration-testing strategies to discover security bugs and inform mitigations.

What You'll Do

  • Identify security vulnerabilities within the assigned specialty or area of responsibility.
  • Get up to speed on new targets with help from others and use known information channels to gain context.
  • Compare guidance with real-world observations, assess the scope of potential impact, and identify variations or known issues.
  • Conduct penetration testing to discover and exploit security bugs, and suggest security controls and mitigations.
  • Develop and implement penetration-testing strategies and help influence mitigations for current and future products and solutions.

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Qualifications

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field, with at least one semester or term remaining after the internship.

Preferred

  • Currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field

Original job description

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Overview

Come build community, explore your passions and do your best work at Microsoft with thousands of University interns from every corner of the world. This opportunity will allow you to bring your aspirations, talent, potential—and excitement for the journey ahead.  As a Penetration Testing Intern, under supervision, you will identify problems and vulnerabilities through application of engineering to dynamically penetrate software, hardware or human systems. You will work on efforts that results in security bug discovery, exploitation and suggested security controls and mitigations in response to security flaws. You will develop and implement pen testing strategies and apply your expertise to engineer solutions. You will help influence mitigations for current and future products and solutions.At Microsoft, Interns work on real-world projects in collaboration with teams across the world, while having fun along the way. You’ll be empowered to build community, explore your passions and achieve your goals. This is your chance to bring your solutions and ideas to life while working on cutting-edge technology.Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.



Responsibilities

Identifies security vulnerabilities within specialty/area or responsibility. Able to come up to speed on new targets with the help of others. Leverages known information channels to gain context. Corroborates guidance against real world observations, determines and understands scope of potential impact and identifies variance or instances of known issues.



Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field, or related field with at least one semester/term of school remaining following the completion of the internshipOR Currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field, or related field with at least one semester/term of school remaining following the completion of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field


This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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Microsoft is a global technology leader that empowers individuals and organizations to achieve more through innovative software, services, and devices. Founded in 1975, the company is best known for its flagship products like the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office suite. In addition to personal computing, Microsoft is a leader in cloud computing with its Azure platform, providing a range of solutions for businesses to enhance productivity and efficiency. With a strong commitment to sustainability and accessibility, Microsoft continues to drive technological advancements that shape the future of work and learning.