Cyber Internship for High School Students

Earn college credit and a Google Cybersecurity Certification

Dual-Enrollment Cyber Internship

CIPHER program: Cyber Internship Program for High School Education and Readiness

Cybersecurity Internship

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, you 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 you in cutting-edge cybersecurity practices. We’re committed to preparing the next generation of cyber professionals by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and experience they need to thrive in this critical and ever-evolving field—all before graduating high school.

What's unique about CIPHER?

  • Earn your 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 these courses from cybersecurity experts:
    • CYB110 Google Cyber Certificate (3 credits)
    • CYB115 Exploratory Internship (1-2 credits)
    • CYB120 Applied Cyber (3 credits)

Want to pursue a career in cybersecurity? Read more about Jewell's bachelor's degree.

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

*Internship Application

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.

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