Jewell and Hilltop Technologies Launch CIPHER Cyber Internship


12/02/2024

A Dual-Enrollment Program with 7-8 credit hours

Hilltop Technologies and William Jewell College launched CIPHER (Cyber Internship Program for High School Education and Readiness), a groundbreaking program designed to empower high school students with real-world cybersecurity experience and a head start in their cyber education. Through CIPHER, high school students can earn college credit at Jewell while gaining hands-on cyber training, including the opportunity to achieve a Google Cybersecurity Certification. As part of the program, Hilltop Technologies provides invaluable, real-world experience through internships that immerse students in cutting-edge cybersecurity practices.

Highlights of the CIPHER Internship:

  • Earn a Google Cybersecurity Certificate to be workforce ready 
  • Complete an internship with Hilltop Technologies to gain real-world experience
  • Participate in simulations hosted in a Cyber Analyst sandbox environment
  • Earn 7 to 8 college credits by completing courses taught by cybersecurity expert

You need to complete your application for William Jewell College (it's free!) to be considered for the internship.*

About Hilltop Technologies

Hilltop Technologies is a pioneering cybersecurity firm founded by experts from the CIA, Tesla and Facebook, offering students unparalleled opportunities to work with real tech, tackle real cyber challenges, and gain hands-on experience that sets them up for future success. This program provides opportunities in-person and virtual to all students across the United States.

Through a strategic partnership, Hilltop Technologies and William Jewell College launched a unique cybersecurity program to transform the educational and professional landscape for students pursuing careers in cybersecurity. 

> Read more about Jewell's bachelor's degree in cybersecurity.