OCLC

Information Security Intern

Dublin, OH / Hybrid Full time

Together we make breakthroughs possible. 

At OCLC, we build technology with a purpose: to connect libraries and make knowledge accessible worldwide, because we believe that what is known must be shared. Our teams work with complex global datasets, AI and machine learning, hybrid cloud solutions, and other technologies that connect people and organizations to the information they need. We value the power of unique perspectives and experiences to unlock innovation. At OCLC, your ideas matter, whether you have two years of experience or 20. You’ll learn, create, and problem-solve with technologists, product developers, librarians, researchers, marketing pros, and support teams around the world. 

Why join OCLC? 

OCLC is consistently recognized as a best place to work by several independent programs. We recognize and reward people and results with a comprehensive Total Rewards package. This means competitive compensation that reflects your unique contributions—performance, experience, and skills—along with exceptional benefits, including best-in-class health coverage, retirement plans with generous company contributions, and a commitment to your overall well-being.

  • We know the best ideas don’t always happen at a desk. Take a walking meeting around our 100-acre campus or enjoy lunch on the patio. We’re committed to your success—both personally and professionally. Hybrid work environment: For many roles, three days a week on-site, with occasional additional days based on business needs. 

  • Free use of our on-site fitness center, gym sports, group exercise classes, and game room 

  • Onsite catering and cafeteria subsidized by OCLC 

  • Health and wellness events 

  • Work environments with individual and team spaces and the latest technology tools 

  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance 

  • Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility 

  • Company-subsidized pricing on local tickets and memberships 

Join us in transforming how people everywhere access information and be part of a mission-driven team that makes a global impact. 

The job details are as follows:

We are seeking an Information Security Intern for our internship program. Dates for the internship will be from May 18, 2026, to August 14, 2026, working full time during the summer. This is a full-time role during our summer hours, offering a hybrid work environment with three days in-office at our headquarters in Dublin, Ohio.

Responsibilities:

  • Run various security and privacy scans based on established procedures and processes.

  • Suggest improvements for scan processes based on experience and feedback from other team members.

  • Recommend security or privacy controls and corrective actions based on observation or scan results.

  • Share lessons learned, initial indicators of detection, and opportunities for strengthening detection capabilities.

  • Produce monthly summary reports based on established procedures.

  • Suggest improvements to monthly reporting based on observation and experience.

Requirements:

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled as students at the time of the internship.

  • Working knowledge of key information security related standards or guidelines, like OWASP, ISO 2700x series, Data Security and Privacy Acts, NIST 800-53, UK Security Essentials, and/or FedRAMP

  • AI experience preferred

  • General understanding of application, network, operating system, and core infrastructure security concepts

  • Organization and planning: Ability to understand and determine priorities, effectively manage time, and develop work plans to accomplish tasks and/or projects

  • Judgment and decision making: Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense

  • Innovation and creativity: Ability to generate and translate ideas and adapt to change

  • Teamwork: Ability to effectively participate and contribute as a member of a work group; ability to lead or follow others as appropriate to most effectively accomplish the goal or task at hand

  • Communication: Ability to clearly organize and effectively convey information with the capability to motivate, develop, and mentor staff to optimize their performance

  • Leadership: Ability to inspire others to work toward a common goal and reach their potential

  • Ability to work under pressure: Ability to work concurrently on multiple initiatives in various stages, while maintaining attention to detail and managing deadlines

Working Conditions: Normal office environment.

ADA/EAA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.