Careers & Academic Partnerships
Building the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through placements, internships, and collaborative research opportunities
Academic Partnerships
Collaborating with leading universities to nurture cybersecurity talent
Official placement partner for MSc Cyber Security (Sandwich) programme students
- 8-month structured placement programme
- Hands-on cybersecurity experience
- Dedicated academic supervisor
- Travel and lunch expenses covered
Participating in Innovation Retreat and Centre for Digital Innovation programmes
- Research collaboration opportunities
- Knowledge exchange programmes
- Innovation support and mentoring
- Access to Centre for Enterprise resources
Current Placement Programme
Real-world cybersecurity experience for MSc students
University of Hertfordshire Partnership
Duration
1st September 2025 - 1st May 2026
Working Hours
Full-time (35-40 hours/week)
Location
Hybrid - Remote & In-person
Role: Cybersecurity Intern
Awareness, Testing & Support - Providing practical experience in cybersecurity awareness campaigns, digital safety projects, and threat research
Key Responsibilities
- Creating cybersecurity awareness content (articles, posters, digital assets)
- Supporting penetration testing simulations and digital forensic case studies
- Conducting threat intelligence research for vulnerable communities and SMEs
- Contributing to GDPR compliance toolkits and privacy education materials
- Providing technical support for internal platforms and public-facing training tools
- Representing Cyber Aware Group at community events, webinars, and forums
Supervision
Supervisor: Kolawole Abolarin, Founder, Cyber Aware Group
Contact: k.abolarin@cyberawaregroup.org
Why Join Cyber Aware Group?
Benefits of our placement and internship programmes
Real-World Experience
Work on live cybersecurity projects affecting real communities and businesses
Expert Mentorship
Learn from experienced cybersecurity professionals and founders
Diverse Projects
Exposure to AI development, community outreach, and threat intelligence research
Academic Support
Structured programme aligned with university requirements and deadlines
Flexible Working
Hybrid working model with remote and in-person collaboration options
Portfolio Building
Contribute to published content and projects for your professional portfolio
Future Opportunities
We're always looking for talented individuals to join our mission
Undergraduate and postgraduate placement opportunities throughout the year
Collaborative research projects with universities and research institutions
Career opportunities for experienced professionals as we continue to grow
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join us in building a safer digital future for vulnerable communities and organizations worldwide