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Global Cyber Security Internship - Chicago - Summer 2025

Mars, Inc.
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Here at Mars we work together for the world we want tomorrow, for people, pets and our planet. From being a socially responsible business, to investing in our Associates to help them be their best selves - we're always looking at how we can make tomorrow brighter.

As an Associate, the paths you choose, the relationships you build, and the opportunities you make, are all made by you. You have the freedom and ownership to create your own Mars career journey with tons of support and development along the way. We’re always seeking to transform today’s talent into the leaders of tomorrow – start your journey at Mars today.

 

Mars Cyber Security Internship Experience

As a Mars Cyber Security Intern, you will gain exposure to the following areas:

As a Global Cyber Security Intern for Mars Wrigley, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable exposure to various aspects of the cyber security field. Here are some of the key areas and experiences that you can expect to be exposed to during your internship:

 

Risk Assessment and Analysis:

  • You will actively participate in cyber security risk assessment processes for a specific entity within the organization.
  • You will learn how to use industry-standard frameworks and methodologies to evaluate and prioritize risks.
  • Gain hands-on experience in conducting security assessments.

 

Security by Design for Digital Products:

  • Collaborate closely with product development teams to integrate security measures into the design and development process of digital products.
  • Gain exposure to security requirements, secure coding practices, and the implementation of security controls within software applications.

 

Cross-functional Collaboration:

  • Interact with professionals from various departments, such as IT, development, and management, to understand the organization's overall security needs and objectives.
  • Learn how to communicate effectively about cyber security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

 

Professional Development:

  • Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced cyber security professionals who will provide insights and knowledge to help you grow in the field.
  • Stay updated on the latest cyber security trends, threats, and best practices through team discussions, training sessions, and independent research.

 

Real-World Application:

  • Apply theoretical knowledge from your coursework to real-world scenarios and challenges.
  • Contribute to improving the organization's cyber security posture, which has a direct impact on its operations, data protection, and reputation.

 

What we’re looking for:

  • Pursuing a degree in Cyber Security, Information Systems, Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Business Acumen and fundamental understanding of how to relate cyber security risks to the potential impact on the business.
  • Basic understanding of cyber security concepts, risk assessment, and common vulnerabilities.
  • Strong communication skills to effectively convey security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Eagerness to learn and stay up to date with the latest cyber security trends and threats.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to group discussions.

 

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
  • The Mars Internship Experience is a 10–12-week summer program providing excellent depth of experience with real world business problems and opportunities.
  • Exciting professional and social engagement activities throughout the experience that provide opportunities to network with your intern peers all the way up to senior leaders.
  • Ongoing coaching and mentorship to help you succeed and get the most out of your experience.
  • A hybrid work model that simultaneously celebrates the benefits of focusing remotely and the connection & co-creation that happens when we work together in person.
  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
  • Some of the perks you will receive are an industry competitive salary & benefits packages, fun freebies, and pet-friendly offices.

 

About Mars, Incorporated

For more than a century, Mars, Incorporated has been driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. This idea is at the center of who we have always been as a global, family-owned business. Today, Mars is transforming, innovating, and evolving in ways that affirm our commitment to making a positive impact on the world around us.

 

Across our diverse and expanding portfolio of Confectionery, Food, and Petcare products and services, we employ over 140,000 dedicated Associates who are all moving in the same direction: forward. With $40 billion in annual sales, we produce some of the world’s best-loved brands including DOVE®, EXTRA®, M&M’S®, MILKY WAY®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, ORBIT®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL™, WHISKAS®, COCOAVIA®, and 5™; and take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses, including AniCura, Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, and VCA™.

 

We know we can only be truly successful if our partners and the communities in which we operate prosper as well. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our Associates to take action every day to help create a world tomorrow in which the planet, its people and pets can thrive. The Mars Compass, inspired by the Economics of Mutuality, is used to measure the company’s progress in service of its purpose; The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today.

 

For more information about Mars, please visit mars.com. Join us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

 

 

 

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.