Intern - Cybersecurity

GM Financial Internship

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.

Our purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.

Responsibilities

Are you excited about innovation, entrepreneurship and solving complex business problems? Then we are looking for you!

Are you interested in working in the Cybersecurity field? Are you tech savvy and have an eye for detail? Cybersecurity initiatives aimed at protecting the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of customer and employee data interest you? Then we are looking for you! We are looking for students who are ready to take on stimulating projects and gain exposure to a variety of industry initiatives.

• Basic knowledge of Information Security and Cybersecurity frameworks, concepts, and methodologies
• Basic knowledge of Information Technology systems, infrastructure, and operations
• Proficiency with MS-Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio. Strong written and verbal communication skills required, this incumbent will be required to give presentations and communicate with business leaders
• Ability to clearly explain and articulate technical concepts using non-technical language
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and conceptual skills required
• Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Must be able to work independently or in a team setting
• The ability to work collaboratively and build consensus is essential
• Ability to make sound decisions and exercise good judgment
• Ability to manage business and technical relationships with internal and external clients

Qualifications

What makes you an ideal candidate?

• Strong written and verbal communication skills required. This incumbent will be required to give presentations and communicate with business leaders.
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving and conceptual skills required.
• Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team setting.
• Previous internships considered a plus.

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Working effectively within an AI enabled environment:
• Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support daily work
• Skills in evaluating AI outputs for accuracy, compliance, and bias
• Experience integrating AI into workflows to improve efficiency or insights
• Familiarity with AI assisted research, summarization, and content generation
• Understanding of responsible AI use, including ethics and data protection
• Work Experience and Education
• Must be a current student pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related areas with at least one semester remaining upon start of the internship
• Must possess a minimum of a 3.0 (out of a 4 point scale) overall GPA required
• Junior or senior classification preferred
• Our program offers
• 11 weeks of work experience (May 26- August 6, 2027)
• Executive and peer networking opportunities
• Independent and team project experiences
• Philanthropic activities
• Career development
• Opportunity to apply for full-time career positions

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.

Compensation: Competitive pay

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

GM FINANCIAL DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM FINANCIAL AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)