2026 Summer College Internship: Application Security Intern

About the position

The SAP Security Department builds/manages application security and user access provisioning primarily for SAP systems but also responsible for other applications such as ServiceNow, AMI, IEE. The SAP Intern would gain an understanding of all the components involved with application security as well as hands-on experience with the SAP application. They will also do projects and tasks including (but not limited to):• User Access Administration (SAP Systems)• User Access Administration (NON SAP Systems)• Role Administration (SAP Systems)• Perform Security Daily Checks• SAP User License Updates• User access clean up for Terminations About SMUD's College Internship Program SMUD's College Internship Program provides college interns with an opportunity to contribute their skills and knowledge to SMUD while gaining valuable work experience. Workshops and activities will also be part of the program where interns will have the opportunity to be immersed in SMUD's culture and learn leadership skills as well as develop their professional skills. SMUD was also recognized by Interns 2 Pros for the 2020 Internship Program of The Year Award in recognition of excellence in internship strategy, implementation, and impact and was one of five finalists for the 2023 Internship Program of the Year from Interns 2 Pros along with Paramount, Fox Corporation, Intuit, and Toyota.Purpose Under staff direction, incumbents in this classification are full-time students in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math program who perform research and analytical tasks for projects and assignments that utilize specific and acquired academic skills and knowledge in alignment with their educational disciplines.Nature and Scope The work performed in this classification calls for regular application of analytical and independent research skills. Work is closely related to the employee's academic major in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.Duties and Responsibilities Work may include, but is not limited to, the following: (NOTE: While in general all the functions and requirements listed are essential, individual positions and/or locations may not require all duties be performed.)• Performs tasks of an analytical or research nature for suitable projects or ongoing assignments which call for specific acquired academic skills and knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math.• May locate sources of information; collect and organize data.• Makes computations and analyzes data for degree of confidence and for alternative courses of action.• May develop computer programs relating to assignments and may code material for established programs.• May develop written, graphical and/or oral reports.• May assist staff analysts and technical personnel by performing elements of their work under close supervision.

Responsibilities

  • User Access Administration (SAP Systems)
  • User Access Administration (NON SAP Systems)
  • Role Administration (SAP Systems)
  • Perform Security Daily Checks
  • SAP User License Updates
  • User access clean up for Terminations
  • Performs tasks of an analytical or research nature for suitable projects or ongoing assignments which call for specific acquired academic skills and knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math.
  • May locate sources of information; collect and organize data.
  • Makes computations and analyzes data for degree of confidence and for alternative courses of action.
  • May develop computer programs relating to assignments and may code material for established programs.
  • May develop written, graphical and/or oral reports.
  • May assist staff analysts and technical personnel by performing elements of their work under close supervision.

Requirements

  • Registration as a full-time student (minimum of 12 units) at an accredited college or university in a declared curriculum with a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) emphasis that will provide the specific skills and knowledge that will contribute to available work assignments.
  • Students must be able to commute to the SMUD Offices in Sacramento, CA when requested to come in.
  • To have a student position at SMUD, you must not have any relatives working at SMUD.
  • Internship dates are as follows: Semester students (May - August) and Quarter students (June - September) of this year.
  • Students must be enrolled as a full-time student, complete and pass at least 12 undergraduate units OR 8 graduate units and receive at least a 2.0 GPA in the Spring Semester/Quarter of 2026. Students must be graduating in Summer 2026 or later.
  • If the student is graduating in Summer 2026, they must be enrolled as a part-time student in the Summer of 2026.
  • If the student is graduating in the Spring Semester/Quarter of 2026 but is pursuing another degree in the Fall Semester/Quarter of 2026, you will still be eligible. However, please make sure that it shows it clearly on your resume to show that you are eligible.
  • During the summer internship, students can work up to 130 hours per month.
  • Currently, SMUD is not hiring candidates for its student internship positions who require sponsorship from an employer either now or in the future. Such sponsorship is not needed for citizens, a U.S. National, a permanent resident, or one granted refuge or asylum status by the U.S. government. Visa holders typically require sponsorship in one form or another at some point in time.

Nice-to-haves

  • Majoring in Computer Science, MIS, or Computer Enigineering
  • College status: Junior
  • Experience w Networking Operating Systems, Datases and SAP
  • SAP Basis knowledge is desired
  • JAVA scripting
  • Experience in Excel Macros and scripts for automation
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