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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You should have strong analytical and communication skills, problem-solving ability, a passion for cybersecurity, technical aptitude, initiative, and a proactive mindset, with a 2.1+ grade.
  • You will test web and mobile apps for vulnerabilities, replicate attack techniques, report findings, assist development teams, research security tools, and collaborate to enhance overall security.

Requirements

  • You have strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills and can competently deal with multiple tasks at a given time
  • Problem solving is your natural talent
  • You have superb communication skills – verbal and written – with the ability to communicate effectively with business partners and understand their requirements
  • Ownership and leadership mentality
  • Passion: A strong interest in learning about cybersecurity, including the techniques hackers use to attack companies and the steps engineers can take to protect their applications.
  • Technical Aptitude: Demonstrates ability to quickly learn new technologies and tools and demonstrate this knowledge in day-to-day work. Attention to detail and follow-through on all tasks.
  • Initiative & Proactivity: Good ability to information-gather & learn. Takes action to complete tasks and projects and to overcome obstacles. Comfortable with a fluid work environment.
  • Personal Effectiveness: Has good interpersonal awareness and understands how to respond to people. Keeps team informed and up-to-date.
  • Students with a real passion for technology/cybersecurity with grades of 2.1 or higher

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the testing efforts on Fidelity's web and mobile applications and supporting systems.
  • Replicate the actual techniques and tools used by malicious attackers in an effort to model potential external threats.
  • Upon completion of the assessment, you will prepare reports and present the results to application owners, developers, and business unit information security teams.
  • Proactively help development teams to build secure code.
  • Contribute to the research or development of tools to assist in the vulnerability discovery process.
  • Collaborate with other teams within Enterprise Cybersecurity to improve the overall security of Fidelity's applications and infrastructure.
  • Stay current on security best practices and vulnerabilities.

FAQs

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is located at Citywest Business Campus, Dublin.

What are the placement dates for the internship?

The placement dates are from March 24th to August 22nd, 2025.

What type of experience will I gain from this internship?

You will gain hands-on technical experience in cybersecurity, specifically working with application security teams, learning about application security vulnerabilities and ethical hacking techniques.

What qualifications should I have to apply for this internship?

Students with a real passion for technology/cybersecurity and grades of 2.1 or higher should apply.

What skills are desired for this internship position?

Desired skills include strong analytical and communication abilities, problem-solving aptitude, technical aptitude, initiative, proactivity, and personal effectiveness.

Will there be training provided during the internship?

Yes, you will undergo professional training in areas such as personal branding, communication, and presentation through a group challenge.

What kind of tasks will I be performing during the internship?

You will contribute to testing efforts on web and mobile applications, replicate techniques used by attackers, prepare reports, and collaborate with teams to improve cybersecurity.

Is the work environment inclusive and diverse?

Yes, Fidelity Investments prides itself on a diverse and inclusive workplace that values unique perspectives and experiences.

Are there any social opportunities during the internship?

Yes, there are social opportunities such as sports and social clubs, fun events, and grassroots communities of practice (CoPs).

How can I request accommodations if I have a disability?

You can initiate a request for an accommodation by contacting AccommodationsIreland@fmr.com.

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10,001+
Employees
1946
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Fidelity, our goal is to make financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want. We do this by focusing on a diverse set of customers: - from 23 million people investing their life savings, to 20,000 businesses managing their employee benefits to 10,000 advisors needing innovative technology to invest their clients’ money. We offer investment management, retirement planning, portfolio guidance, brokerage, and many other financial products. Privately held for nearly 70 years, we’ve always believed by providing investors with access to the information and expertise, we can help them achieve better results. That’s been our approach- innovative yet personal, compassionate yet responsible, grounded by a tireless work ethic—it is the heart of the Fidelity way.

Benefits

  • Commuter benefit program

  • Dependent care flexible spending (FSA)

  • Mental health resources

  • Discount programs for employees

  • Maternity & parental leave

  • On-site health & wellness centers