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Information Security Intern (Graduate)

CompanyGenmab
LocationPlainsboro Township
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 16, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Information Security Intern will support the Application Security team by collaborating to design and implement a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server. This role involves researching security standards and prototyping secure communication workflows between human users and AI agents.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2680
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
We are an international biotech company committed to our goal of improving the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, our passionate, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and leveraged translational, quantitative, and data sciences, which has resulted in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators, and effector function enhanced antibodies. By 2030, our vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with knock-your-socks-off (KYSO®) antibody medicines. We are united by our core values: a passion for innovation, determination, integrity, and working as one team and respecting each other. When you work at Genmab you'll be part of a warm, fun, dynamic community seeking out and embracing the opportunity to build new and bold futures within a rapidly growing biotechnology company. Genmab is a place where you can be authentically you; you are empowered to innovate, build solutions and execute; you feel cared for and supported. In its totality, this makes working at Genmab an extra[not]ordinaryTM experience. Established in 1999, we are headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com. Disclaimer: http://bit.ly/GENDisclaimer
About the Role
<p>At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.</p><p></p><p>Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.</p><p></p><p>Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Job Title</b></p><p>Information Security Intern (Graduate)</p><p></p><p><b>Why Genmab</b></p><p>Our internship program provides interns with hands-on experience and relevant projects that directly align with our company’s goals.  Additionally, we believe our program provides a valuable opportunity to learn, thrive, and build a strong network.  We encourage you to review our website to learn why we’re always looking for smart, purpose-led candidates to play a role in our bold, extra[not]ordinary® future.</p><p></p><p><b>Job Overview</b></p><p>Genmab is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Information Security Intern to support the Application Security team. The Application Security Intern will collaborate with Genmab’s Application Security lead to design and implement a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables secure, standards-driven interactions between human users and AI agents.</p><p></p><p><b>What You’ll Do </b></p><ul><li><p>Assist in architecting and developing a secure MCP server aligned to Genmab’s AI security principles.</p></li><li><p>Research and apply security standards (e.g., NIST SSDF, OWASP ASVS, CSA AI guidelines) to the design of agent–tool interactions.</p></li><li><p>Prototype, test, and validate secure communication workflows between human users and AI agents.</p></li><li><p>Evaluate risks associated with cross-agent communication, identity, and authorization within MCP-based systems.</p></li><li><p>Document architecture decisions, security controls, and implementation patterns for internal engineering and security teams.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills</b></p><ul><li><p>Currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.</p></li><li><p>Strong foundational knowledge of application security, secure software design, or distributed system architecture.</p></li><li><p>Experience with Python, TypeScript, or similar languages commonly used in AI/agent ecosystems.</p></li><li><p>Understanding of authentication/authorization models (e.g., OAuth, mTLS, API security patterns).</p></li><li><p>Ability to analyze technical problems, conduct independent research, and clearly communicate complex concepts.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills</b></p><ul><li><p>Familiarity with emerging AI agent frameworks such as MCP, A2A, or agent orchestration platforms.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to secure design principles for LLM-based systems or AI security controls.</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience with cloud-native development (AWS, Azure) or containerized services.</p></li><li><p>Background in protocol design, systems engineering, or security architecture.</p></li><li><p>Passion for building safe, reliable, and auditable AI-driven solutions.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>General Intern Information – Date/Location/Schedule</b></p><p>Internships will take place June – August 2026.  This role will be based in Princeton, New Jersey, and operate on a required hybrid schedule – 3 days in the office and 2 days remote per week. This role is not eligible for sponsorship.</p><p></p><p><b>What’s next?</b></p><p>Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume. Your application and resume are a way for us to initially get to know you, so it’s important to complete all relevant questions to ensure we have as much information about you as possible.</p><p></p><p>Every application matters to us, and we’ll carefully review each submission as quickly as possible to see if your qualifications align with the role. While we’re unable to provide individual updates, rest assured that we’re working diligently to move through the process efficiently.</p><p></p><p>If you move forward in the process, you’ll receive an email invitation to connect with us and dive deeper into this exciting opportunity. The final stage will bring selected candidates meeting directly with our hiring teams, where you’ll have the chance to showcase your potential. We are committed to keeping you informed and will share decisions with all candidates as soon as we are able.</p><p></p><p>We can't wait to see where this journey takes you!</p><p></p><p><b>About You</b></p><ul><li><p>You are genuinely passionate about our purpose</p></li><li><p>You bring precision and excellence to all that you do</p></li><li><p>You believe in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving</p></li><li><p>You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds</p></li><li><p>You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team</p></li><li><p>You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative</p></li><li><p>You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)</p></li><li><p>You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so!</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Locations</b></p><p>Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.</p><p></p><p><b>About Genmab</b></p><p>Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines.</p><p></p><p>Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/genmab" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Genmab" target="_blank">X</a>.</p><p></p><p>Genmab is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. Please see our privacy policy for handling your data in connection with your application on our website <a href="https://www.genmab.com/data-privacy/job-applicant-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Job Applicant Privacy Notice (genmab.com)</a>.</p>
Key Skills
Application SecuritySecure Software DesignDistributed System ArchitecturePythonTypeScriptAuthentication ModelsAuthorization ModelsTechnical Problem AnalysisIndependent ResearchComplex Concept CommunicationAI Security PrinciplesCloud-Native DevelopmentProtocol DesignSystems EngineeringSecurity ArchitectureAI-Driven Solutions
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