2026 Summer Intern: Corporate Physical Security (CPS) Operations
At a Glance
- You’re a motivated rising senior student with a 3.0 GPA or higher seeking a degree in one of the following areas listed below from an accredited college or university:
- Criminal Justice
- Sociology
- Public Safety
- Law
- Instructional Design
- Management and Organization
- This is a full-time, 10-week program designed to give you real-world experience working within the telecommunications industry in your field of choice.
- Internship program runs from May 27 through July 31, 2026.
- In addition to the role-based projects you’ll work on, you’ll also participate in professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and have access to a mentor.
The Spectrum Internship Experience
You’ll join one of our departments for the summer, where you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that give you insight into what it’s like to work at a leading connectivity company. You’ll have access to:
- Opportunities to gain new skills and elevate the ones you already have, all in a robust and forward-thinking business setting.
- Build connections with our team members and senior leaders who can help you better understand what our business looks like and what it’s like to work here.
- Receive mentorship from a member of our team, who can provide one-on-one advice to help you reach your professional goals.
What you can expect in this role
As a Spectrum intern, you’ll spend the summer working alongside two teams — your respective department and your intern peer group. Department and team-focused projects account for about 80% of your schedule. You’ll spend the other 20% on professional development sessions and networking activities, including the Kickoff Conference on May 27th, webinars, community service, cross-functional projects, and final presentations.
Internship responsibilities may include
The CPS Operations Intern will serve as a critical partner to the operations and strategy and CPS leadership team, providing actionable insights, data-driven recommendations, and project support that advance CPS strategic priorities. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, the ability to synthesize complex data, and a proactive approach to driving organizational efficiency. The BA will also continue to provide key administrative leadership support across the CPS function - ensuring operational continuity while evolving into a data-driven, strategic role.
Strategic Insights & Reporting
- Analyze CPS operational data to identify trends, risks, and performance opportunities
- Develop dashboards, KPI reports, and leadership presentations
- Synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations aligned to CPS business objectives
- Support strategic planning cycles with data and insights
Project & Initiative Support
- Gather requirements from various stakeholders, and prioritize tasks based on operational needs
- Build and maintain project plans and milestone tracking for strategic initiatives
- Identify cross-functional dependencies and proactively resolve blockers
- Participate in project meetings on behalf of leadership, ensuring alignment and continuity
Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement
- Conduct assessments of existing workflows to recommend process enhancements
- Create tools/templates to streamline CPS operations
- Standardize data collection and reporting processes across regions
Risk & Program Analysis
- Develop an understanding of physical security risks (internal and external)
- Support risk assessments by analyzing trends, gaps, and emerging threats
- Partner with CPS leadership to track top risks and mitigation actions
Administrative Leadership Support
- Provide direct support to the SVP, VPs, and Regional Leadership as needed
- Assist with preparation of leadership decks, executive briefings, and communications
- Coordinate select training, leadership, or cross-regional activities as appropriate
- Provide limited ongoing support for essential administrative functions such as budget tracking, vendor coordination, access management oversight, and reporting continuity - in alignment with current CPS Coordinator functions
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Translate leadership vision into clear communications for internal/external partners
- Support communication flow across CPS leadership and regions
Required qualifications
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited College or University completing a bachelor’s degree
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA or greater in current program
- Ability to travel locally to Spectrum intern development events and activities throughout the program
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship
Preferred qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks
- Analytical skills
- Collaboration skills
- Drives results through effective project and time management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Lists
- Ability to manage across regions & proactively align with leadership priorities
- High quality communication, both verbal and written
- Ability to balance strategic insights with operational needs
- Growth mindset - willing to build new capabilities and evolve with role
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Effective time management, with ability to prioritize in fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Self-starter with curiosity to learn and adapt
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to turn data into actionable insights
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A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.
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