Security and Compliance Internship - Summer 2026

About OpenSesame

OpenSesame is the trusted partner for Workforce Reinvention in the age of AI. OpenSesame delivers integrated software, curated and customizable content, and expert services – embedded into existing learning, HR, and work systems – to help organizations expand their human+AI potential and thrive through change.

Learn more: www.opensesame.com/about

Internship Overview

OpenSesame seeks passionate, driven students to join our paid summer internship program and gain hands-on experience in a fast-growing, remote-first B2B SaaS company developing AI-powered products that help organizations upskill their people, transform performance, and fuel long-term growth.

In this immersive program, you’ll join the Security & Compliance team, contributing to projects that strengthen OpenSesame’s security posture and ensure compliance with global standards. You’ll gain exposure to governance, risk, and compliance operations while helping maintain a secure and trusted environment for customers and employees.

You’ll collaborate across departments, gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools and frameworks, and explore how AI and automation can enhance risk management, security monitoring, and audit readiness.

About the Security and Compliance Team

At OpenSesame, our Security & Compliance Team safeguards the business by meeting the highest industry standards and regulations — including ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR. We assess vendor risks, respond to incidents, and enforce policies while partnering across teams to strengthen our security culture. Through continuous learning and innovation, we protect our organization and power secure, sustainable growth.

Performance Objectives

By 2 Weeks:

• Gain hands-on experience with GRC compliance tools such as Drata and security frameworks like ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
• Shadow team members to understand security and compliance workflows.
• Participate in discussions on regulatory requirements and security best practices.
• Become familiar with JIRA, Confluence, and other project management tools for tracking compliance-related tasks and projects.

By 30 Days:

• Assist in collecting and reviewing evidence for audits and compliance tracking.
• Help manage and maintain our Trust Center portal for customers.
• Support vendor security assessments and document compliance findings.
• Contribute to security awareness initiatives, including phishing simulations and policy training.
• Explore how AI tools can be used to identify trends, streamline audit workflows, and drive process improvements.

By 60 Days:

• Take ownership of assigned security and compliance tasks, contributing independently to key projects.
• Assist in analyzing vulnerability findings and tracking remediation efforts.
• Present your work and recommendations to the Security & Compliance team, highlighting opportunities for ongoing process improvement.

Creative Project Requirement: As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit a creative project to help us get to know you beyond your resume. We encourage you to approach this creatively, choose any format that best represents you, such as a video (<5 minutes), slide deck, written reflection, cover letter, vision board, Miro board, or another medium that showcases your ideas and personality.

In your project, please answer the following:

• How do you see OpenSesame fitting into your career journey or long-term goals?
• What strengths, skills, or perspectives will you bring to OpenSesame to make an impact and contribute to our mission?
• What excites you most about working with AI, and how do you think it can shape the future of learning and work?

You’ll share a link to your project as part of your application, to ensure your project is effectively reviewed, please keep it concise and focused. Think of it as your opportunity to show us how you bring ideas to life and what makes your perspective stand out, we’re drawn to curiosity, creativity, and authentic expression.

Additional Program Details

Application Closes: Friday, 27th February 2026

Program Dates:

• Anticipated Start: Tuesday, 16 June 2026
• Anticipated End: Friday, 28 August 2026 (We can adjust up to two weeks earlier for students returning to school before the program concludes)

Commitment:

• Full-time (40 hours/week)

Eligibility and Location:

• Must be a current student enrolled in a college/university program or have graduated within the past 12 months (undergraduate, postgraduate, or associate programs accepted)
• This position is fully remote and can be based anywhere in the U.S.

Compensation:

• Standard: $18/hour

Fully Remote Role: Interns must have a personal computer and access to consistent high-speed internet during working hours.

Opportunities and Expectations: OpenSesame’s internship program is immersive and growth-focused, pairing each intern with a dedicated mentor and offering meaningful, hands-on projects that make an impact. You’ll also take part in professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and book club discussions, receive volunteer time off to give back to your community, and gain full access to our course catalog for your own learning and development.

Interview Process: When you apply, you’ll submit one application, which includes your creative project and team preferences. After the application review, selected candidates will be invited to a virtual OpenSesame webinar to learn more about our company, culture, and internship program. Following the event, all candidates will move forward to interviews with the hiring manager and team for the department they’re being considered for.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and bring your creativity, energy, and problem-solving skills to OpenSesame. We’re excited to see what you’ll bring to the table!

Equal Employment Opportunity: OpenSesame is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values and welcomes diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of various legally protected characteristics, including criminal history, and strive to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We prioritize safety and security and may use your information accordingly, and you can contact us for assistance or accommodations during the job application process. For more information on our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, click here.

CPRA (California Candidates): When you submit your application, OpenSesame may collect and use your personal information in accordance with our privacy policy and the CPRA. This may include personal details and employment history, and will only be used for employment-related purposes. We may share this information with third-party service providers, but we will not sell it to third parties. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us, and for more information on your rights under the CPRA, refer to our privacy policy or the California Attorney General's website.