About Company
A graduate school within Carnegie Mellon University that specializes in the intersection of technology, data analytics, public policy, management, and information systems. It prepares leaders to solve complex societal and organizational challenges using data‑driven decision‑making, policy analysis, and technology management. Programs include analytics, cybersecurity, AI management, public policy, health care, smart cities, and entertainment industry leadership.
Job Description
IT Lab: Summer Security Intensive — Cybersecurity Fellowship
Host: Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy
Program Type: Summer Fellowship / Experiential Learning
Duration: 7 weeks (June 11 – August 1, 2026)
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Eligibility: Rising college seniors, U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Cost: Fully covered (housing, tuition, books, supplies, social activities, travel)
Stipend: $2,000
Program Overview
The IT Lab: Summer Security Intensive (SSI) is a fully funded, seven-week cybersecurity program designed for students interested in IT, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The program combines graduate-level coursework, hands-on projects, and professional mentorship, giving participants the experience of a cybersecurity internship.
Participants will:
Take three specialized courses in security analytics and policy (credits transferable to undergraduate institutions)
Apply knowledge in real-world group projects addressing actual business or operational needs for partner organizations
Study with leading security and analytics researchers, including Carnegie Mellon’s CERT division of the Software Engineering Institute
Attend Lunch-and-Learn sessions with industry professionals, including CISOs and cybersecurity leaders
Notable Alumni
Rachel Kang, alumna, now at OpenAI, credits IT Lab with launching her cybersecurity career in intrusion protection, detection systems, and insider threat projects.
Program Benefits
Full financial support: Covers housing, tuition, books, supplies, social functions, and travel within the U.S.
$2,000 stipend
$1,000 meal allowance
Potential 50% tuition scholarship if admitted later to a Heinz College master’s program
Eligibility
Rising college seniors
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Interest in cybersecurity, IT management, analytics, or policy
Application Process
Complete the IT Lab interest form
Submit a full application by March 1, 2026
Admission decisions communicated by mid-April 2026
Contact: Heinz College Office of Admissions
📧 [email protected]
📞 (412) 268-2164
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