Finding Student IT Security Placements in the Industry?

CABAN writes "I am a third year computer security and investigations student. My program requires a three month placement in the IT security and forensics industry. Finding an appropriate learning environment seems to be harder than I expected. Lack of security clearance, no real world experience and many companies, who just don't see a need for ITS, are the critical shortfalls right now. What tips does Slashdot have for finding organizations who are willing to let students get involved with sensitive security procedures and cases?"

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Become an Indian

[Baldrson]

Given all the young H-1bs that were used by Enron corporation's IT department, it appears one of the best ways to get your hands on sensitive data is to become an Indian.