What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Building Security Summer Internship Program position at UWM?
THE GIG
UWM's 12-week internship program offers an immersive experience with over 200 interns, job shadowing, access to senior leaders, and extensive networking opportunities. Experience our one-of-a-kind workplace that thrives on collaboration, teamwork, and innovation. This internship is designed to give you a running start, not one that has you running errands.
The Building Security Summer Internship Program at UWM provides a unique opportunity for students interested in security management and facility protection to gain hands-on experience in a leading mortgage lending company. Interns will work closely with UWM's physical security team, contributing to various security initiatives and projects aimed at safeguarding the company's personnel, facilities, and physical assets.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
BUILDING SECURITY
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Participate in the field training officer program (Policy and Procedures, Expectations, Access Levels)
- Create content for the weekly Security Newsletter• Assist with security operations within a state-of-the-art Global Security Operations Center
- Audit access management badges & access rights
- Assist in coordinating large-scale corporate events
- Take inventory of Security equipment
- Rotate on UWM’s Security Intel team
- Assist with content development alongside the Security Training Team
- Work with server infrastructure and security technologies
- Assist with the Security Charity Golf Outing fundraiser
NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent
- Experience working with computers and software (i.e. email, databases, spreadsheets, and web-based applications)
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
- Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2026 or 2027 (current junior/senior status)
- The ability to work Monday thru Friday, 40-hours a week, fully on-site in Pontiac, MI from May 18th - August 7th
- An openness to learning, willingness to be coached, and ability to be flexible in our every-changing industry
- Ability to thrive in a team environment
- A strong work ethic
- A drive to succeed
THE PLACE & THE PERKS
Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.
It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.
From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.
More reasons you’ll love working here include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
- Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
- Adoption reimbursement program
- Paid volunteer hours
- Paid training and career development
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Mortgage discount and area business discounts
- Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
- Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
- Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
- Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
- In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
- Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi
DISCLAIMER
All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.