Hello Moto
Motorola Mobility, A Lenovo Company, is one of the world’s fastest growing smartphone providers, creating groundbreaking, affordable, high-quality products designed and built with the global customer in mind. And it’s our people who make this all happen. We are thinkers, risk-takers and problem solvers, working together to constantly challenge the status quo. If you share our commitment to ingenuity, creativity, and innovation we want you to help us define our world of tomorrow.
Hello Interns!
Motorola interns work on real-world projects, gain exposure to cross-functional teams, develop business acumen and get to network with various levels of Executive leadership. This paid internship is located in Chicago, IL and may require in-office attendance up to 5 days per week based on the responsibilities of your role.
About the Team:
Motorola’s Software Platform Security team is a group of software engineers and researchers focused on securing our Android-based smartphones. We deal with all aspects of device security, including static and dynamic code analysis, code signing, and factory provisioning. Every day we address and research cutting-edge problems in mobile security, bringing best-of-class protections to millions of users!
Description and Requirements
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Summer 2024 Intern to join our team and assist with securing our Android phones. This internship offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with our talented engineering professionals, engage in problem-solving, and gain essential experience in security and privacy through Android platform and application development.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work to classify and understand the causes and mechanisms of Android security vulnerabilities and exploits
Reverse-engineer and analyze existing software components to discover and fix new vulnerabilities
Develop and enhance vulnerability scanning tools, protections, and penetration testing techniques
Research and measure emerging and existing threats to the mobile device ecosystem
Work to develop, deploy, and document novel security and privacy system(s) for Android-based smartphones
Basic Qualifications:
Pursuing BS degree in CS, CE, Cybersecurity or related field
Strong programming skills in one or more languages like Java, Python, C, C++, or MATLAB
Knowledge of mobile platform security threats and mitigation strategies
Familiarity with UNIX environments, security testing tools, and techniques
Preferred Qualifications:
Pursuing MS/Ph.D. degree in CS, CE, Cybersecurity or related field
Experience with Android application and/or platform development
Knowledge of mobile platform security threats and mitigation strategies
Familiarity with cryptography and application of cryptographic protocols
Excellent interest in software code security or “white hat” hacking
Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for technology
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.
Additional Locations:
* United States of America – Chicago, IL