Digital Main Street X Mastercard

SMALL BUSINESS CYBER AND INTELLIGENCE FELLOWSHIPS

Digital Main Street and Mastercard are providing unique and exciting opportunities for students to work with industry leaders in cybersecurity!

The Small Business Cyber and Intelligence Fellowships, now in their third year, are a collaboration between Digital Main Street and Mastercard, offering students the chance to gain valuable hands-on experience working alongside industry leaders in cybersecurity.

As a fellow/intern, you will have the opportunity to work with Mastercard’s global, award-winning teams, who are at the forefront of shaping the payments landscape and revolutionizing the way merchants and issuers combat fraud. During the program, fellows/interns will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and tools.

Fellows/interns will receive a competitive salary, as well as opportunities for professional development and networking. Fellows/interns will also gain mentorship and guidance from Mastercard’s experts, who will provide the support needed to succeed in your role.

Upon completion of the program, fellows/interns will have gained a deep understanding of the latest technologies and best practices used to protect small businesses against cyber threats.

Applications have now closed for Summer 2025 Fellowships! Thank you to everyone who applied.

Hear from Past Fellows

Software Engineer Analyst - (2023 Fellow)

Emily Kim

"During my internship I had the opportunity to work as a software engineer, primarily working with Angular and JavaScript, which enabled me to gain firsthand insights into the inner workings of an engineering team on a small and large scale. This internship went beyond just coding; it exposed me to other teams, such as Technical Program Management and Customer Experience, which helped me see the holistic importance of work in the small business cybersecurity space."

Cybersecurity & Intelligence - (2023 Fellow)

Harsh Manish Jhunjhunwala

"Being able to safeguard small businesses from cyber threats and support their growth in the digital landscape is an incredibly rewarding opportunity. This collaborative nature of working with small businesses empower me to cultivate strong partnerships, learn new insights into their unique challenges, and tailor strategies to effectively mitigate risks. Contributing my skills and expertise to enhance the security of small-scale businesses gives me a profound sense of purpose and fulfillment."

UX Specialist- (2023 Fellow)

Violet Zhang

"Growing up in communities that run small businesses, I saw how they could grow and be challenged simultaneously. Through my experience, I have seen how cyber risks can impact small businesses. Building trust and educating small businesses on cybersecurity practices should be a main priority today and in the future."

Software Engineer Analyst - (2023 Fellow)

Hameez Iqbal

"I'm passionate about leveraging technology to protect our communities. Small businesses play a vital role in driving local economies, not only for commerce but to bring people together. By helping small businesses protect themselves and their communities, we're supporting their continued growth."

UX/UI Specialist - (2024 Fellow)

Jane Shen

"During my internship as a UX/UI specialist, I gained valuable insights into how design intersects with various areas of a business, including the Product, Customer Service, and Development teams. Good design cannot be created in isolation and you must account for both the needs of users and the priorities of stakeholders involved. Contributing to the cybersecurity space was a rewarding experience that underscored the importance of collaboration and thoughtful design. Furthermore, it underlined the importance for small businesses to stay ahead of cybersecurity threats by keeping their technology up to date."

who is mastercard

Mastercard is the global technology company behind the world’s fastest payments processing network. Mastercard is a vehicle for commerce, a connection to financial systems for the previously excluded, a technology innovation lab, and the home of Priceless®. Mastercard ensures every employee has opportunity to be a part of something bigger and to change lives. Mastercard believe as the company grows, so should you. They believe in connecting everyone to endless, priceless possibilities.

who is DMS

Digital Main Street is a program developed in partnership by the City of Toronto and the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA). Digital Main Street supports the growth of main street businesses by making the adoption of digital tools and technologies easy. The program is built around an online learning platform, structured training programs and the Digital Service Squad, a team of street-level team members who help main street businesses grow their operations through technology.