Offensive Security Intern (Summer 2027)
About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
The Offensive Security team is the central hub for Offensive Security operations and for understanding the current state of “what’s possible” and “how likely” against Robinhood people, processes, and systems.
As an Offensive Security Intern, you will work to hack all the things at Robinhood, and meaningfully contribute to the maturity of a world-class Offensive Security program.
This role is based in our Bellevue or Menlo Park office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you’ll do
Hack AI services, models, and pipelines
Target cloud, Kubernetes, and macOS systems
Find and exploit bugs in smart contracts
Build infrastructure and tooling
What you bring
Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program with an expected graduation date in Winter 2027/Spring 2028.
Coursework in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Security / Cybersecurity
Passion for CTFs, research, and hacking challenges
Collaboration to drive change within, and beyond the Security organization
Basic technical experience with pentesting and/or application security
Exposure to modern tech stacks: Linux, macOS, Go, Python
What we offer
Market competitive compensation structure
Quarterly lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more!
Time away including company holidays, paid time off, and sick time!
Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter benefits
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected hourly range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$60—$60 USD