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2027 Bachelor s Master s graduates Cyber and Forensic Technology Consulting Analyst Associate Intern Summer 2026

Charles River Associates
Location not specified
Internship
Posted September 18, 2025
$30 - $36/hr
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Job Description

The internship involves supporting digital forensics, cybersecurity, and incident response projects by conducting investigations, analyzing digital evidence, and preparing technical reports, providing hands-on experience in forensic analysis, threat hunting, and security investigations within a consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with security and privacy investigations related to data security breaches and fraud
  • Conduct forensic analysis of digital information using standard techniques and tools
  • Identify, research, and organize information to determine hacker activity and data theft
  • Collect digital evidence and maintain chain-of-custody documentation
  • Leverage programming and database skills to support forensic investigations and analysis
  • Draft technical reports and communicate investigative findings
  • Stay current with developments in digital forensics, e-discovery, and incident response

Requirements

  • Candidates must be Bachelor’s or Master’s non-MBA degree candidates graduating December 2026 or Summer 2027 with a related academic focus in Cybersecurity, Computer Science and Engineering, Digital Forensics, Management Information Systems, or Security Information Systems or a related field.
  • Ability to conduct detailed forensic investigations and analyses of computers, networks, mobile devices, and removable media using commercial and open-source forensic tools, including file system forensics, memory analysis, and network analysis.
  • Experience with conducting digital forensic analyses, static and dynamic malware analyses in a lab environment, and threat hunting in a live environment.
  • Understanding of proper evidence handling procedures and chain-of-custody.
  • Experience with drafting technical and investigative reports and communicating technical findings.
  • Experience with utilizing automation tools and scripts to expedite analyses.
  • Understanding of incident handling procedures, including preparation, identification, containment, eradication, and recovery to protect enterprise environments.
  • Understanding of common attack techniques used by adversaries on victim networks and how to leverage those techniques to stop further adversary activity.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities.
  • Excellent time management and task prioritization skills.
  • Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation/salary range: $30 - $36 per hour
Work schedule: 3 to 4 days a week in the office, with specific days coordinated with team
Work environment perks: Professional development and wellness support programs, social events, collegial work environment
Additional benefits: Potential full-time offer after internship, flexible work location options

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