About Adaptive Security:
Adaptive is a cybersecurity startup on a mission to stop AI-powered cyberattacks, founded by Brian Long and Andrew Jones—proven entrepreneurs behind Attentive (Forbes Cloud 100, $10B+ valuation) and TapCommerce (acquired by Twitter). In April 2025, Adaptive raised $43M, led by a16z and the OpenAI Fund, marking OpenAI’s first-ever cybersecurity investment.
As generative AI drives new cyber threats, Adaptive is building the defense layer every organization needs. Our platform combines personalized security training, AI-driven attack simulations, and automated threat triage, all powered by the Adaptive Risk Intelligence Engine to quantify human risk at the individual level. Trusted by top banks, tech companies, and healthcare organizations, we protect teams from emerging threats like deepfakes, smishing, and voice scams. With a solid product foundation and a $200B+ market to transform, we’re just getting started.
Role
Are you a natural storyteller who excels at making complex topics engaging? Are you looking for hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of cybersecurity? We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Content Intern to join our New York City team.
You will play a crucial role in researching cutting-edge concepts in technology and translating them into the clear and compelling content that powers our platform. This is a unique opportunity to learn from the ground up how to partner with design, engineering, and experts to transform intricate topics into punchy, informative courses that help our customers stay safe.
Responsibilities
- Research and analysis: Conduct in-depth research on various security and compliance topics to serve as the foundation for our training courses.
- Content creation: Develop detailed outlines, structuring complex information into clear, compelling narratives for training modules.
- Script writing: Translate your research and storyboards into engaging scripts, ensuring the tone is accessible and the content is easily digestible.
- Leverage AI tools: Utilize large language models (LLMs) and other generative AI tools to guide research, brainstorm content structures, and enhance overall creative process.
- Collaboration: Work closely with subject matter experts to ensure content is technically accurate and effectively translated into visually appealing training materials.
- Quality assurance: Meticulously review, edit, and refine scripts and other content to maintain the highest standard of clarity, accuracy, and engagement.
Qualifications
Must Have:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program at a college or university in the New York City area.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities with a meticulous eye for detail.
- A strong ability to simplify complex technical topics for a broad, non-technical audience.
- Familiarity with or a strong interest in using AI tools (e.g, ChatGPT, Claude) for research and creative work.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive and curious mindset.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Must be able to work in our New York City Office 2-3 days a week.
Bonus Points:
- Pursuing a degree in English, Literature, Communications, Journalism, or similar area of study that emphasizes critical thinking and writing.
- A genuine interest in cybersecurity and technology is a major plus.