Cybersecurity Summer Internship
Ferrara, a company related to The Ferrero Group, is an emerging powerhouse in the North American confections and sweet snacking categories. A passionate team of more than 6,000 employees works together to share delight in every bite through leading brands that have shaped the industry for more than 100 years.
Cybersecurity Summer Internship
Job Location: Chicago
Want to make an impact?
We’re looking for current juniors or seniors interested in a career in Cybersecurity to participate in a ten-week internship program. As a part of the Cybersecurity Summer Internship Program, you will participate in multiple aspects of the Cybersecurity function at Ferrara by performing daily report review, assisting with response to threats, collaborating with IT operations and helping to improve security processes. Through hands-on experience, mentorship, networking events, and a final project, you will gain the experience to launch a successful Cybersecurity career.
There is a potential opportunity for full time offers following this internship:
- For current juniors – full time opportunities in summer 2023
This program is currently planned as a hybrid remote/in-person opportunity.
Ways you will make a difference
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external business partners
- Monitor systems to detect threats
- Participate in the collection of security and inventory data
- Respond to security alerts and escalate as needed
- Present a final project to the IT Department
Skills that will make you successful
- Demonstrated communication abilities
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
Experiences that will support your success
- Current Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity or related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Our diverse portfolio of nearly 35 brands includes SweeTARTS®, Trolli®, BRACH'S®, Black Forest® and NERDS®, along with iconic favorites like Lemonhead®, Red Hots® and Now and Later®. Ferrara also manages the Keebler® and Famous Amos® businesses for The Ferrero Group. Headquartered in Chicago, Ferrara has an operational network of 20 locations in North America that includes manufacturing, distribution and R&D facilities. Learn more at www.ferrarausa.com.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.