Internship HQ JFC Brunssum - J6 Cyberspace Branch (J6 CYD) at NATO

Brunssum, Limburg, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

1477.3

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cyber Security, Computer Science, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Diplomacy, International Organisations, Planning, Organizing, Working Under Pressure, Microsoft Office, Cybersecurity Frameworks, Analytical Techniques, Communication, Teamwork, Self-Motivated, Dynamic, Personable

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Internship - J6 Cyberspace Branch (J6 CYD) Primary Location: Brunssum, The Netherlands NATO Body: Headquarters Joint Force Command (HQ JFC) Brunssum Office: J6 Cyberspace Branch (J6 CYD) Schedule: Full-time Closing date for applications: 22 April 2026 Stipend: € 1477.30 (2026 rate) per month (taxable) Description: As an intern in the J6 Cyberspace – Cyber Defense (CYD) Branch at HQ JFC Brunssum, you will participate in the assessment of cyber events and cyber threat actors and their impact on NATO’s mission. You will work from a technical and procedural perspective, by learning internal and external security best practices and fostering this knowledge into the understanding of the global cyber threat landscape. About the internship: During this 6-month programme, starting 1 February 2027 until 30 July 2027, you will join the J6 Cyberspace (CYD) Branch. The J6 CYD Branch is looking for an intern to assist in the assessment of security events and risks, develop new monitoring and analytical tools and respond to security incidents. The ideal candidate must: be enrolled and undertake a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in the field of Cyber Security, Computer Science (with exposure to Cyber Threat Intelligence or Cyber Diplomacy) or similar; possess knowledge of international organisations including the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation; be able to effectively plan and organize the working time; have the ability to work under pressure. In addition, we are looking for candidates having the following desirable skills: strong computer skills (e.g. ECDL) including use of Microsoft Office package; understanding of Cyber Threat Intelligence basics and a passion for staying updated on the latest developments in the cyber threat landscape; knowledge or exposure to cybersecurity frameworks, standards and best practices; understanding basic analytical techniques; be able to understand and communicate technical circumstances and solutions to a non-technical audience; be dynamic, self-motivated and personable with an ability to work in a team environment with people from diverse backgrounds. Stipend: You will be compensated at a fixed taxable rate of € 1477.30 (2026 rates), per month based on 37.5 hours internship work hours per week. We will also compensate you for travel costs to/from university to HQ JFC Brunssum (within set cap rates). Interns will be entitled to 2 days of leave for each full month (of 37.5 hours a week) of internship. How to apply: Complete the application form in the NATO Talent Acquisition Platform (NTAP) using the following link: https://nato.taleo.net/careersection/5/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en In the NTAP internship list, please select the HQ JFC Brunssum Cyberspace Branch internship opportunity and apply. Add a motivation letter and CV/Resume as mandatory attachments to the application in NTAP. This one-page essay should include your motivation for an internship at NATO / HQ JFC Brunssum, your interests, expectations and objectives. Please note that only candidates fulfilling all eligibility criteria will be taken into consideration. Visit https://jfcbs.nato.int/contact for more information on internship criteria and requirements.

Responsibilities

As an intern, you will assist in assessing cyber events and threats impacting NATO's mission. You will also develop monitoring tools and respond to security incidents.