GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Intern

About Hunter Strategy

Hunter Strategy has a unique philosophy to technical project delivery. We treat all our customers like mission partners because they rely on our team to meet their objectives through complex software engineering, cloud operations, and cyber risk management solutions. Hunter Strategy was founded on the premise that IT is 21st century infrastructure - critically important but only instrumentally valuable. Accordingly, our teams look at problems with a single objective: the identification and enablement of the right capability to address the most vexing problems our Mission Partners face. We continue to support our partners' success by leveraging the right technology, with the right plan, and the right team to address tomorrow's challenges today.

Summer 2026 GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Internship
About Our Internship Program
Our summer internship program offers emerging cybersecurity professionals a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). As a GRC intern, you'll be fully embedded within a team for 8 weeks, working on real initiatives that support our organization’s security and compliance posture while developing valuable skills for your future career.
What We Offer
Customized Experience: We match qualified interns with projects and teams based on their interests and skill sets
Real-World Projects: Work on actual compliance, risk, and governance challenges that impact the organization
Dedicated Mentorship: Receive one-on-one guidance from experienced GRC and security professionals
Full Team Integration: Experience what it's truly like to work here by becoming a valued team member
The Role
We’re looking for curious thinkers, detail-oriented problem-solvers, and future risk-minded professionals! This internship is perfect for those who:

• Enjoy understanding how systems, processes, and policies fit together
• Ask “what could go wrong?” and want to help fix it
• Like organizing information and bringing structure to complexity
• Pay attention to details others might overlook
• Are interested in the intersection of security, business, and compliance

As a GRC intern, you’ll:

• Support risk assessments and help identify potential security and compliance gaps
• Assist with documenting policies, procedures, and security controls
• Help track and manage compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, or other frameworks)
• Participate in audit preparation and evidence collection
• Collaborate with technical teams to understand and document security processes
• Contribute to improving governance processes and risk visibility across the organization
• Learn how security concepts translate into business and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Business, or related field
• Interest in governance, risk management, compliance, or cybersecurity policy
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze information and communicate findings clearly
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and risk concepts
• Familiarity with frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.) is a plus but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Program Details
Duration: 12 weeks
Location: Remote