Qualcomm · 1 day ago
Security (Product, Systems, Cyber) Engineering Internship - Summer 2026
San Diego, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $98/hr
Start in 2026 SummerQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is focused on engineering human progress through intelligent computing. They are seeking a Security Engineering Intern to collaborate with engineers on enhancing security for systems and products in the mobile and IoT space.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AISoftwareTelecommunicationsWireless
Responsibilities
Collaborate with world-class engineers to enhance the security of systems and products powering billions of mobile, IoT, and connectivity devices
Gain hands-on experience protecting real-world devices and systems from attacks
Work cross-functionally with engineers and stakeholders to secure complex infrastructure and applications
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. program in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), Computer Science (CS), Security, Information Systems, or a related field
Must be available for 11–14 weeks during Summer 2026 (May–September)
Expected graduation date of November 2026 or later
Experience in threat modeling, security risk assessment, fuzzing, program analysis, exploit countermeasures, cryptographic assessment, cellular and wireless security, and incident response
Skills in program analysis (source and binary), supply chain security, vulnerability research, exploit mitigations, secure execution environments, hardware security, AI model security
1+ years of academic experience in computer systems security or embedded device security
Strong technical problem-solving and programming skills
Experience in secure OS features, hypervisors, secure boot, key management, automotive safety/security, and programmatic security improvements
Knowledge of systems security, operating systems, hypervisors, trusted execution environments
Strong programming skills and interest in securing mobile devices and programming languages
1+ years of academic experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python
Experience in OT security, application security, security architecture, GRC, threat hunting, incident response, automation, and risk management
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, statistics, ML/AI, security frameworks, endpoint security, cryptography, forensics, phishing, malware analysis
Experience with Windows & Linux (any distribution)
Programming experience in Java, C, C++, C#, Go, Python, PowerShell, Bash, Perl
Preferred
Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation between November 2026 and June 2027
Preferred candidates are studying toward an MS or Ph.D. in a related field for Track 1: Product Security Engineering
Preferred candidates are studying toward a BS or MS in ECE, CS, Math, or related field for Track 2: Secure Systems Engineering
Preferred candidates are studying toward a BS in CS, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field for Track 3: Cybersecurity Engineering
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay
Accrued vacation time
Relocation coverage
Furnished housing accommodations
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
Founded in 1985
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5M1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M
Leadership Team
Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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