IS Governance, Risk, and Compliance Internship- Summer 2025

Here at Sentry, we value real work experience for our interns. We offer not only an internship, but an experience for students to get a head start on their careers, early on. You will work with a mentor to learn how Information Security Analysts make meaningful contributions to the success of the company! You will also get opportunities to network by attending diverse social events and meeting leadership in multiple areas.

What You’ll Do

The Information Security GRC Analyst intern works closely with experienced Security GRC Analysts to manage risk by testing the effectiveness of security controls, assessing security controls and compliance for suppliers, systems, and processes against threats and industry best practices to confirm adherence to security and compliance, you will:

• Perform security testing using GRC platforms and other analysis tools to evaluate the design and effectiveness of key controls. Identify and report any security gaps as part of external facing audits, such as SOC1, PCI, and Financial Statement Audit.
• Participate in and/or conduct security risk assessments to identify concerns and ensure compliance with published policies, standards, and requirements is maintained. This may include, but is not limited to collaborating with third parties, interviewing stakeholders, gathering data, and evaluating risk magnitude.
• Provide documentation and recommendations to Information Security, Information Technology, and/or business stakeholders to ensure audit results, risk findings, and action items are understood. Track remediation of identified security and compliance gaps to ensure corrections are implemented and sustainable.
• Study emerging security trends, issues, and regulations to understand the impact on the information security program. Participate in ongoing governance of the information security policies and standards to ensure associates are complying with documented security requirements and applicable laws.
• Coordinate the review and approval of security exception requests to document practices that differ from information security policies, standards, and requirements due to business or technological constraints.
• Review and understand fundamental regulations and frameworks related to cybersecurity.

What it Takes

To be considered for this position, the following criteria is necessary:

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Information Security, Information Technology or a related field
• Obtain a minimum in-major GPA of 3.0
• Graduating in Fall of 2025 or Spring of 2026
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere
• Sentry does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, and H-1 Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience

What You’ll Receive

As an intern, you’ll have the opportunity to gain:

• Real work experience in a professional, corporate setting
• Sentry is happy to offer a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday can be worked from home if you choose to, with Tuesdays through Thursdays required in office.
• Equipment necessary to work from home, including a laptop and monitors
• Competitive compensation
• Free housing and parking close to our offices
• Opportunity to add value to the organization by developing and expressing your talent
• Exposure to company leadership and executives
• Community involvement through social events and networking opportunities
• Free access to Sentry’s onsite Fitness Center, which includes an Olympic size pool, full size gym, racquetball court, and more in Stevens Point’s offices
• A meal stipend/allowance, depending on location
• Convenient and available on-site amenities such as our onsite credit union, auto center, theater, hair salon, restaurants, 18-hole championship golf course and more in Stevens Point

Why Sentry

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we are one of the largest and strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

You can own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await.

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Who You’ll Want to Contact

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Brianna Tucker

Brianna.tucker@sentry.com

Apply online: Visit www.jobs.sentry.com and submit your application and resume

And learn more about college opportunities at: College Students | Careers at Sentry Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.