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Please note - This role is only eligible for college students who are currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program.

Overview

eClinicalWorks is seeking a motivated Application Security Intern to join our Information Security team. This role is ideal for junior or senior‑level students pursuing a degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a related field. The intern will support hands‑on penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security evaluations of enterprise and customer‑facing ECW applications.

This is a practical, technical role designed for someone excited about learning offensive security techniques and contributing to the overall security posture of the organization.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Penetration Testing

• Assist with planning and executing manual and automated penetration tests on web, mobile, and API‑based applications.
• Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities following industry best practices (OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST).
• Perform recon, scanning, enumeration, and exploitation under supervision of senior security engineers.
• Support development of proof‑of‑concept (PoC) demonstrations for validated findings.

1. Vulnerability Assessments

• Conduct vulnerability scans using commercial and open‑source tools (e.g., Burp Suite)
• Validate, triage, and prioritize identified issues.
• Work with engineering teams to help reproduce findings and verify remediation.

1. Application Security Support

• Review application architecture, authentication workflows, and access controls for potential weaknesses.
• Participate in secure code review sessions (basic static analysis exposure is acceptable).
• Contribute to threat modeling activities under guidance.

1. Documentation & Reporting

Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings, risk levels, and remediation recommendations

Required Qualifications (Junior/Senior Level)

• Currently in a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Foundational understanding of:
• Web technologies (HTTP/S, APIs, HTML, JavaScript, databases)
• Languages: Java, C#
• Frameworks: dotNet, J2EE
• Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, ports, protocols)
• Common application vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
• Familiarity with at least one penetration testing or security tool:
• Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, Wireshark, etc.
• Basic scripting or programming experience (Python, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, or similar).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information responsibly and maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice‑to‑Have)

• Previous coursework or personal projects in security, digital forensics, reverse engineering, or malware analysis.
• Hands‑on experience in a lab environment
• Exposure to secure development practices or code review.
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure,GCP) or containerized applications (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Industry Security Certifications are a plus

Soft Skills

• Curiosity and passion for cybersecurity.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness.

What the Intern Will Gain

• Real‑world experience in offensive security and secure software development.
• Mentorship from Application Security and Engineering teams.
• Practical exposure to enterprise security tools and environments.
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to real‑world penetration testing engagements.

Compensation:

Hourly pay range of $23 - $25 USD.

eClinicalWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences that bring us together and help create a healthy world.