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Cyber Security - 2027 Summer Internship (Chicago Hybrid)

Motorola Solutions · Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to teach yourself a new tool or technology quickly because a project needed it. How did you go about it?

whether they have genuine self-directed learning habits, since this internship expects fast ramp-up on unfamiliar security tools

Describe a situation where you found a problem nobody had asked you to look for. What made you go dig into it?

the proactive, curious mindset the posting explicitly says it wants over an 'order taker'

Tell me about a time your priorities changed suddenly on a project or in school. How did you handle it?

adaptability, since the posting stresses flexibility with changing priorities

Why does cyber security interest you, and why here at Motorola Solutions specifically?

genuine motivation and whether they understand the mission-driven, public-safety context of the company

Technical

Walk me through how you'd investigate a suspicious login alert showing up in a SIEM like Splunk or Elastic.

basic SIEM literacy and whether they can structure an investigation rather than just naming tool features

Say you're looking at a raw packet capture in Wireshark and you suspect data is being exfiltrated. What would you look for first?

hands-on comfort with packet analysis versus only textbook knowledge of TCP/IP

How would you tell the difference between a legitimate email and a phishing attempt just by looking at the email headers?

practical understanding of email protocols like SMTP and header analysis, a named skill in the posting

Have you used any endpoint detection tools like Wazuh, OSSEC, or OSQuery? Walk me through what you did with them.

whether claimed familiarity with named EDR tools reflects real hands-on use

Tell me about a script or program you wrote to solve a problem, even a small one. What did it do and why did you choose that approach?

real scripting ability in Python, Java, or Go rather than just listing languages on a resume

How would you explain what an IDS like Snort or Suricata actually does to someone with no security background?

depth of understanding versus memorized terminology, and communication skill for documentation-heavy work

What do you know about how cloud environments like AWS or Azure change the way you'd monitor for security incidents compared to on-prem systems?

awareness of cloud security fundamentals even at a conceptual level

Situational

If you saw unusual outbound traffic from a Linux server at 3 a.m., what steps would you take to figure out if it's malicious or just a scheduled job?

ability to apply forensic and log-review reasoning to an ambiguous real-world scenario

If you were asked to write up findings from an investigation for both a technical team and a non-technical manager, how would those two write-ups differ?

written communication skill and audience awareness, both called out as required

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The full job description

As published by Motorola Solutions.

Company Overview At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Department Overview Our IT organization has a critical role in driving extraordinary business results. Through a strong partnership with other areas of our business, we bring innovative thinking to every conversation and deliver with integrity. We’re looking for people with great ideas who can make our partners’ ideas better. Intellectually curious advisors (not order takers) who focus on outcomes to creatively solve business problems. People who not only embrace change but who also accelerate it. Job Description We are looking for enthusiastic and creative people with a passion for learning. Specific skills also may include: • Analytical mindset and a can-do approach to problem-solving • Hands-on experience with a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) such as Elastic Stack or Splunk • Knowledge of Windows, Linux, iOS, and virtual environments • Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, HTTP protocols; Tools: TCPDump, Wireshark, Nmap) • Forensic knowledge (FTK, Autopsy, Volatility) • Review logs to identify unusual behavior in networks and devices • Endpoint Detection knowledge (Wazuh, Velociraptor, OSSEC, OSQuery, OpenEDR)  • Experience with network-based intrusion detection (IDS/IPS - SNORT or Suricata) • Understand email protection, investigations (analyze email headers), and protocols (IMAP, SMTP, POP3) • Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) • Ability to program and write scripts (Python, Java, Go, or any other modern language) • Proactive approach and enthusiasm for problem identification and solving • Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities • A strong appetite for continuous learning • Great verbal and written skills, and a willingness to apply them to documentation Nice to have: • Training or certifications (CompTIA Network+, Security+) • Experience or training with AI or LLM Note: Candidate must be in the Chicago/Schaumburg office 2 days a week. #LI-MP2 #LI-HYBRD Basic Requirements • High School Diploma is required • Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree with a graduation date of May 2028 or later • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position. Travel Requirements None Relocation Provided None Position Type Intern EEO Statement Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.  We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this  Reasonable Accommodations Form  so we can assist you.

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