2025 Student Internship (U.S.) - Security Intern

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

Overview:

Bechtel has a strong tradition of technical and engineering excellence in supporting multiple industries. Bechtel's internship program was created to cultivate real-life industry interest based on hands-on experience. Many new university graduate hires began their careers at Bechtel as a student intern.

Each year, we hire numerous Interns. The total number of hires and start dates are subject to workload and business conditions. Locations will vary based on project needs, and may include Houston, TX, Glendale, AZ, and Reston, VA, along with various project sites.

Job Summary:

Corporate security interns will provide security services and technical assistance to assigned project, jobsite, office, or functional/services unit activities. Assists in managing protection programs and complying with specific governmental standards and/or regulatory requirements.  Assists in developing and providing security master plans, security criteria, and technical information to assigned project, jobsite, office, or functional/services unit.  Maintains and communicates effective working relationships with assigned projects.  Helps advise Security and project management concerning security program progress, problem areas, and remedial actions.

Major Responsibilities:

• Helps conduct security surveys and audits to ensure compliance with security programs; helps identify and report discrepancies and may recommend corrective actions through appropriate reporting relationships.  Informs immediate supervisors of the status of the security program and problem areas and may provide recommendations for remedial action.
• Assists in the implementation of company procedures for guarding internal security data to meet the standards and regulatory requirements specified by government contracts.  Helps administer security activities related to securing and controlling Bechtel and client proprietary information, including maintenance of security-related logs, registers, files, records, and reports.
• Helps develop security guard instructions, security/emergency plans, security guard contracts, and other documents pertaining to the physical security of the jobsite or office.
• Assists with the preparation and distribution of security plans, reports, studies and surveys, as requested.  Assists in preparing and coordinating emergency planning, programs, and procedures with project, jobsite, or office management.
• Assists project teams in incorporating security technology and measures into the design and construction of facilities by identifying and interpreting specific standards and regulatory requirements pertaining to the project(s).
• Assists in the investigation of questionable activities, identify violations, and may recommend corrective action through responsible supervision.
• Assists in the preparation of security presentations for management and clients explaining the project, jobsite, office, or functional/services unit’s physical and procedural safeguards.
• May assist business development staff in preparing the security portion of business proposals, to include security requirements, scope of security services and cost estimates.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a four-year accredited degree program in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or Psychology from an accredited college or University.
• Completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in one of the above fields.
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US without sponsorship.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Effective communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver persuasive and well-organized ideas in both written and verbal form.
• Professional proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at bechtel.com/total-rewards.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.