Platform Engineering Intern

About Hunter Strategy

Hunter Strategy has a unique philosophy to technical project delivery. We treat all our customers like mission partners because they rely on our team to meet their objectives through complex software engineering, cloud operations, and cyber risk management solutions. Hunter Strategy was founded on the premise that IT is 21st century infrastructure - critically important but only instrumentally valuable. Accordingly, our teams look at problems with a single objective: the identification and enablement of the right capability to address the most vexing problems our Mission Partners face. We continue to support our partners' success by leveraging the right technology, with the right plan, and the right team to address tomorrow's challenges today.

Summer 2026 Security Platform Engineering Internship
About Our Internship Program
Our summer internship program offers emerging tech professionals a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of cybersecurity. As a Platform Engineering intern, you'll be fully embedded within a team for 8 weeks, working on real projects that matter to our organization and developing valuable skills for your future career.
What We Offer
Customized Experience: We match qualified interns with projects and teams based on their interests and skill sets
Real-World Projects: Work on actual challenges and contribute meaningfully to your team
Dedicated Mentorship: Receive one-on-one guidance from experienced security engineers
Full Team Integration: Experience what it's truly like to work here by becoming a valued team member
The Role
We're looking for doers, tinkerers, and problem-solvers! This internship is perfect for those who:
- Build projects at home just for the fun of it
- Break things to figure out how they work (and maybe put them back together)
- Are the go-to tech support person for friends and family
- Stay up late solving technical challenges because you can't let it go
- Have a GitHub full of side projects or contribute to open-source
As a Platform Engineering intern, you'll:
- Design and implement real solutions that support and secure our systems and data
- Get your hands dirty building and testing security infrastructure
- Turn security concepts into working code and automation
- Tackle complex problems with creative solutions
- Learn by doing, not just by watching
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
- Demonstrated passion for technology beyond the classroom (personal projects, CTF competitions, hackathons, etc.)
- Basic programming skills in at least one language (Python, Go, Java, etc.)
- Familiarity with networking concepts and security principles
- Experience with Linux/Unix systems (even if it's just on your own machines)
- Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity-driven approach to learning
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Program Details
Duration: 8 weeks
Location: Remote