FAQs
What is the duration of the internship?
The internship is a 6-month opportunity.
Where is the internship based?
The internship is based in Bristol, specifically in the heart of the bustling city centre.
What type of candidates are you looking for?
We are looking for curious and creative research-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds who enjoy teamwork and have a solid foundation in computer science and engineering.
What kind of projects will the interns work on?
Interns will work on a variety of projects focused on creating new and innovative technologies for securing endpoint devices and infrastructures, including identifying security-relevant events, constructing use cases, and developing demos.
What skills are mandatory for applicants?
Applicants must be studying towards a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, or a related field; have knowledge and practical experience in cloud infrastructure and programming; possess excellent communication skills; and be eager to learn and contribute to live projects.
Are there any advantageous skills that would enhance an applicant's profile?
Yes, advantageous skills include knowledge and experience in configuring SIEM and data analytics platforms, analyzing software and firmware threats, understanding SOC workflows and incident response methodologies, and familiarity with DevOps tools such as git, CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
What specific security threats may interns research?
Interns may research software and firmware threats targeting Windows endpoints, such as trojans, bootkits, and ransomware.
Will interns receive compensation for their work?
Yes, a salary will be paid to interns.
What are the primary responsibilities of the interns?
Interns will develop an understanding of state-of-the-art research, navigate uncertainties, design solutions to address limitations in existing approaches, and demonstrate the feasibility of their solutions through papers, prototypes, or other means.
Is collaboration a part of the internship experience?
Yes, the internship emphasizes collaboration as interns will work with researchers and technologists in the business units.