Apply for an internship to advance your career as a cybersecurity professional
Cybersecurity is the fastest-growing tech occupation globally, yet it’s still insufficient to address the increasing industry skills gap. Despite the rapid expansion of the cybersecurity field being a positive trend, research highlights a significant workforce shortage, especially among women, who make up only around 24 per cent of the total cybersecurity workforce.
About the cybersecurity internship scheme
If selected, you will have the opportunity to participate in a fully paid, three-month internship programme in the cybersecurity sector at one of Albania’s prestigious companies operating in telecommunications, banking, healthcare, universities etc. This internship is designed to provide you with invaluable hands-on experience and exposure to real-world challenges and opportunities in the cybersecurity field.
During the internship, you will:
- Develop practical skills: Gain insight into cybersecurity tools, techniques, and processes used by leading professionals.
- Enhance your knowledge: Build a deeper understanding of cybersecurity concepts, threats and defences in a corporate environment.
- Network with professionals: Work alongside and learn from experienced cybersecurity specialists, expanding your professional network.
- Boost your employability: Strengthen your resume with relevant industry experience, increasing your prospects for future employment in the ICT and cybersecurity fields.
This is a unique opportunity to kick-start your career in a fast-growing and dynamic sector. Don’t miss the chance to take this important step toward your professional goals!
This internship scheme is part of the Her Cyber programme, which aims to increase women’s participation in the cybersecurity workforce in Albania and is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
Who are we looking for?
If you are a woman with a strong command of English and meet at least one of the following criteria:
- you are in the final year of your BA studies in IT or engineering
- you have completed your BA in IT or engineering and are actively seeking employment
- you are pursuing a master’s degree in IT or engineering and are looking for a job
… then you are eligible to apply for the three-month paid internship.
How to apply?
If you are interested, please email your CV, a Cover Letter, detailing how the internship experience would benefit you professionally, and the Application Form – available in the ‘Downloads’ section below – to Gentian.Leka@britishcouncil.org by Sunday 22 December 2024 (23.59) with Application for Internship in the subject line.