Internship, Junior Analyst, IT Security, Summer 2025

About CMHC

At CMHC, the work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to realize a future where everyone in Canada has a home that they can afford and meets their needs.

Our people are second to none. We lean in with courage, band together as a community and try new things to make a lasting impact on housing from coast to coast to coast.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

 We’ve got the purpose and perks you need for an exciting internship experience. Here’s what you can expect by joining us:  A 4-month internship with hands-on learning experiences.

• Accrued vacation days (up to 5 days per 4-month internship).
• Support in your personal and professional growth with training and, mentorship – because when you thrive, we thrive. 

• An inclusive workplace culture and environment with Employee Resource Groups such as our Young Professional’s Network that will allow you to meet, connect, and build a community and sense of belonging with other students.
• A hybrid work model that lets you balance working from home and creating in-person connections by coming into your region’s office at a minimum of 4 times a month.

About the role 

We're here for one reason: ensuring everyone living in Canada has a place to call home. Housing is about more than just four walls and a roof – it's the foundation on which we build our lives and we're looking for people like you who want to join us to make a difference.  

We are currently hiring 1 full-time Student Interns for a 4-month Summer internship from May to August 2025. This Intern will report to the Security team.

Here’s an example of how you’ll make an impact:

• Assist in management of security operations through documentation, metrics and training.

• Participate in the investigation and resolution of security incidents, and help document incident response activities.

• Assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks across the organization.

• Help develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Support the implementation and enforcement of security governance frameworks and compliance requirements.

 What you need to succeed:  

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a College or University degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. 

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.

• Experience with, and understanding of, IT security principles and practices and IT security standards (NIST/ISO). Experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience or volunteer activities. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong oral and written communication, excellent organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently as well as within a team setting.  

Nice to have:

•  Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, but not required. 

 Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled. 

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process.  If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!