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Automotive Cybersecurity and Product Engineering Internship

On-site in Valladolid & Alcobendas·Full-time·Added 4 months ago (last checked 23 Oct)

Horse Powertrain

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Our summary

Salary: €600 a month
Hours: 40 hours a week
Work mode: On-site, Valladolid & Alcobendas
Contract: Full-time
Education: University degree

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Skills

Excel

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

You do not need to be a specialist in automotive cybersecurity. We are looking for curiosity, analytical capacity, and a desire to learn.

Students or recent graduates in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Electronics, Industrial, Mechanical, Industrial Organization, or other related technical degrees.

Nice to have

Interest in cybersecurity, software, electronics, or the automotive sector.
Analytical capacity, organization, and initiative.
Knowledge of Excel and office tools.
Sufficient English to understand technical documentation and collaborate in an international environment.

Previous professional experience or advanced knowledge of cybersecurity regulations is not required.

Education & certifications

By the end of this experience, you will have acquired a practical vision of how cybersecurity is managed in the automotive industry, from risk identification and technical requirements to their verification and monitoring during the product life cycle.

You will learn methodologies used by engineering teams, participate in real activities, and develop technical analysis, communication, and teamwork skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Possible work locations in Madrid or Valladolid.

Paid internships (€600/month for students, €800/month for graduates).

6-month training project, 35/40 hours per week.

Welcome and training plan led by the best professionals in the automotive sector.

Great working environment, within an innovative, diverse, and multicultural company.

Possibility of free company bus transportation.

The role

Would you like to discover how a vehicle is protected against cyberattacks?

Today's vehicles incorporate software, electronic systems, and technologies that require protection throughout their entire life cycle.

At HORSE, we are looking for someone with an interest in technology, engineering, and cybersecurity who wants to learn how this knowledge is applied in real projects within the automotive industry.

You will join the Product Compliance team and collaborate on product cybersecurity activities, working alongside professionals in engineering, quality, validation, and other technical areas.

What you'll do

Product cybersecurity: you will learn how cybersecurity risks are identified and managed in automotive electronic components and software.
Technical analysis: you will collaborate in the review of security requirements and test results, identifying potential discrepancies and aspects that require follow-up.
Regulations and standards: you will learn how ISO/SAE 21434 and UN R155 are applied in real projects.
International projects: you will support the monitoring of cybersecurity activities with engineering teams and suppliers.
Validation and audits: you will participate in the preparation and review of evidence that allows for demonstrating compliance with cybersecurity requirements.
Data analysis and continuous improvement: you will collaborate in the development of indicators, reports, and simple tools to improve project monitoring.

Activities will progressively adapt to your knowledge and evolution during the internship, always with the support of the team.

About Horse Powertrain

Horse Powertrain is a London-based engineering and technology company operating in the automotive sector. The company specializes in the design, development, and validation of powertrain systems, including hybrid and electric vehicle technologies, serving major automotive manufacturers globally. With a workforce of several hundred employees, Horse Powertrain operates as a key engineering partner in the vehicle development process, offering services from concept to production.

In Spain, Horse Powertrain has established a significant presence, with a dedicated office in Madrid that serves as a hub for engineering talent and project management. The company actively recruits international professionals, offering internships and entry-level roles across engineering, data analysis, and project management. Their Spanish operations are integrated into global project teams, making it an attractive option for internationally-minded engineers looking to work on cutting-edge automotive technology in a European hub.

Industry: Automotive
Founded: 1998
Employees: 250–1,000
Headquarters: London, UK
In Spain: Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

Offers visa sponsorship for international candidates relocating to Spain
Provides relocation assistance and support for finding accommodation in Madrid
English is the working language in many teams, easing the transition for non-Spanish speakers
Opportunities to work on global projects with colleagues across Europe and the UK
Competitive benefits package including private health insurance and annual bonus

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