Security Consultant Intern

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) is a leading, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm and collaborative community of over 800 employees who plan, design, and deliver high-performance, innovative, and holistic engineering solutions - positively impacting society and advancing humankind.

Recognized in the Top 20 Engineering Firms and Top 3 Science and Technology Firms since 2000 by Building Design + Construction Magazine, AEI is dedicated to enhancing public health and improving patient outcomes, advancing revolutionary biomedical research, and enabling the next generation of scientific discovery and technological innovation through remarkable design and award-winning projects.

From collaborating with the California Air Resources Board to transform air quality in the world's largest, zero net energy emissions testing facility to creating human-centric, technically advanced clinical environments that elevate communities - such as Healthcare Design Magazine's 2022 Design Showcase Winner, Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Venice, Florida - our work reflects the highest standards in sustainable design practices.

As a Security Consultant Intern in our Chicago office for Summer 2025, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Here's why we need you:

We are seeking a motivated Security Consultancy Intern to assist in supporting project design, security assessment and contributing to client deliverables. This role provides hands-on experience in the analysis, planning, and implementation of security solutions while collaborating with seasoned security professionals.

The intern shall:

Assist in conducting security risk assessments, evaluating physical security measures, and identifying vulnerabilities.
• Support site surveys by documenting security infrastructure, access controls, and surveillance systems.
• Help analyze threat intelligence, incident data, and risk trends to inform security recommendations.
• Contribute to project planning and design, including drafting reports and developing security improvement strategies.
• Work with security consultants to develop security policies, standards, and best practices for clients.
• Research and benchmark emerging security technologies and industry trends.
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and client briefings with actionable insights.

Effective skills to help you flourish:

• Pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Interest in physical security, risk assessment, and security technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical report writing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with GIS mapping, CAD, or security design tools is a plus.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective working individually and within team environments.

Our dedication to you:

• AEI passionately invests in our brilliant talent by allowing for personal and professional growth through supporting clients like NASA; the National Institutes of Health and Cone Health System; the US Department of Homeland Security and US Department of Energy; and Stanford University and the California Institute of Technology.
• Our flexible and collaborative work environment demonstrates our dedication to employee appreciation and collective commitment to excellence.
• We provide the opportunity to serve the greater good of humanity through work on cutting-edge, state-of-the-art projects like Promega Corporation's Kornberg Center, The University of Arizona's Biomedical Sciences Partnership Building, AbbVie's West Coast Oncology Hub, and BioMed Realty's Gateway of Pacific.
• Our culture encourages professional development while adhering to a set of core values that drive company and team decisions. Our commitment to these values - innovation and expertise, integrity, communication, quality, responsibility, opportunity, and growth - informs both project decisions and behavior amongst colleagues and clients
• An exceptional benefits package (health, dental, vision) and a year-end bonus based on company profits, individual responsibility, and performance.

We provide the tools and a support system to ensure a thriving career. If this environment and opportunity to work on world-changing projects align with your goals, we would be thrilled to meet you.

Estimated Starting Hourly Range: $22 - $24

Benefits: Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time (accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked).

Come and collaborate with us!

To be considered, apply online at https://aeieng.com/about/careers/.

If you know other candidates that would excel at this position, please share this posting with them directly via email, or to your network on LinkedIn.

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