Intern - Technology Consulting, AI & Cybersecurity intern (Offcycle Jan - Jun 2027)

AI & Cybersecurity Intern

At EY, we are dedicated to shaping your future with confidence. Join a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and advance your career with us as we help build a better working world.

The Opportunity:

Join our team as an AI & Cybersecurity Intern and help shape the future of autonomous systems in security operations. You will work on cutting-edge projects that combine AI, automation, and cybersecurity to solve real-world challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Build AI Agents: Develop intelligent, multi-step AI agents capable of reasoning, planning, and decision-making using frameworks like LangChain, AutoGen, or CrewAI. Apply these to automate and accelerate tasks in security operations and penetration testing.
• Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG): Work on the full RAG lifecycle—from designing chunking and hybrid retrieval strategies for domain-specific data to integrating agentic patterns for better context-aware reasoning.
• Create Autonomous Workflows: Translate user needs into workflows that can think, plan, and act independently.
• Integrate Tools and Data Sources: Enable agents to interact with real-world systems by connecting APIs, databases, and external services for actionable insights.
• Experiment with Agentic Architectures: Implement advanced patterns like ReAct, Plan-and-Execute, and multi-agent collaboration to tackle complex problems.
• Optimize and Evaluate Performance: Define metrics, test reliability, and iterate on design, prompts, and model choices to improve outcomes.
• Customize LLMs: Fine-tune and adapt large language models for security-focused tasks. Build and refine RAG pipelines for delivering relevant, up-to-date context.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity Experts: Work closely with consultants and leadership to identify automation opportunities and integrate AI solutions into core workflows.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Explore the latest advancements in agentic AI, LLMs, and autonomous systems—and champion innovative ideas within the team.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Familiarity with multi-agent systems and collaborative AI design.
• Exposure to Azure and cloud platforms (certifications are a plus).
• Understanding of MLOps practices (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD).
• Experience with scripting or automation tools (Java, C, PowerShell) and SQL.
• Passion for AI and cybersecurity, with a creative mindset for solving problems.

Application Requirements

• Applicants must commit to a minimum of 4 months (full-time) starting from December 2026 or January 2027.
• You are required to upload your latest resume and academic transcripts with your online application.
• Due to high volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• If you require any disability-related adjustments or accommodations during recruitment, please inform us as soon as possible to ensure an equitable and inclusive process.

About EY:

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI, and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions.

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