Application Security Engineer - Intern

Application Security Engineer - Intern
About the Summer Internship Program:  
Are you on the verge of completing your undergraduate or postgraduate studies, eagerly anticipating your transition into the professional realm?   XM proudly announces its summer internship program for 2025, meticulously crafted to welcome final year graduating students and offer them a gateway to their first hands-on experience in their chosen field of study and passion.  
Embark on a transformative 9-week journey, facing real-world challenges and sharpening your skills in a fast-paced and international working environment. Throughout this journey, you'll have dedicated XMers by your side, serving as your professional buddies and mentors.  
As an intern within our vibrant Big-Fair-Human organisation, you'll have exclusive access to customised workshops and interactive learning activities. Engage in dynamic project stand-ups, actively contribute to project success, and get a taste of #LifeatXMvibes. Moreover, you'll have the opportunity to acquire valuable insights into good practices and tips related to refining your resume, mastering interviews, and navigating the job market landscape.  
Program Details:  
Duration: 10/06/2025 – 08/08/2025  Days/Hours: Monday to Friday / 40 hours per week Location: Athens Office (Full-time office based) 
Deadline for applications: 11/04/2025 
About the Role: 
As an Application Security Engineer Intern at XM, you will support the security team in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks within our applications and systems. This role will provide hands-on experience in implementing an application security program, vulnerability management, and DevSecOps methodologies. You will work closely with developers, security engineers, and IT teams to enhance the security posture of our applications while gaining exposure to cutting-edge security tools and practices.

Main requirements:

• Final year or postgraduate students in the academic fields of Information Security, Computer Science or any other relevant field. 
• Minimum academic requirements:
1. Cyprus and Greece Universities: GPA 7.5/102. UK Universities: Degree classification of 2.13. Private Universities in Cyprus: GPA 3.5/44. US Universities: GPA 3.3/4
• Copy of academic transcripts is a must
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong communication and teamwork skills  
• Adaptability and willingness to learn  
• Growth and curious mindset  

What's in it for you:

• Unlock the potential to secure a full-time employment offer.  
• Embark on a rewarding journey with our paid internship program. 
• Dive into the dynamic world of the FinTech industry with immersive, hands-on experience. 
• Benefit from invaluable mentorship provided by subject matter experts  
• Contribute to impactful projects that make a difference  
• Expand your professional network by connecting with industry experts  
• Develop essential business skills, establish a competitive advantage, and elevate your career prospects in the job market. 

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality!