MongoDB
2026 - Security Intern, Dublin
2nd Year, 3rd Year, Final Year
Summer 2026
Cybersecurity
Overview
MongoDB's summer internship program is designed to provide university students with hands-on experience in a professional tech environment. Interns work on real-world projects, contribute to the company's products, and receive mentorship from experienced professionals, gaining practical skills relevant to their field of study. The Security Intern role will specifically focus on aspects of Cyber Security within the company.
Headquartered in New York, the company has become a key player in the modern data infrastructure space, offering its database as both an open-source tool and a fully managed cloud service, MongoDB Atlas. MongoDB is widely adopted in industries ranging from fintech and retail to gaming and healthcare, supporting workloads that require agility and high-volume data processing.
Opens: 27 Jan 2026
This is an in-person summer internship, typically lasting 10-12 weeks. Interns usually work full-time hours.
MongoDB's internships are generally paid positions, offering a competitive salary.
Applicants are typically university students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field, who will be returning to their studies after the internship. Specific year group requirements can vary but often target students in their penultimate year of study. UK work authorisation is generally required for UK-based roles, while Dublin roles would require Irish work authorisation.
The application process usually involves an online application, resume and cover letter submission, followed by technical assessments or coding challenges, and then multiple rounds of interviews which may include technical and behavioral components.
MongoDB is a leading global technology company, and its internship programs are highly competitive, attracting a large number of applications from talented students worldwide. While specific cohort sizes are not publicly disclosed for all roles, they are typically selective programs.
An internship at MongoDB provides invaluable industry experience, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects with a leading database company. It enhances a student's technical skills, builds their professional network, and strengthens their resume for future career opportunities in tech, particularly in the Cyber Security domain.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.