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Automated Facilities Maintenance Internship

On-site in Alicante·Added 2 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Sprinter

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Alicante
Contract: Internship contract
Hours: Rotating shifts
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)
Driving licence: Own vehicle

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Vocational Training (Higher Degree) in Electricity or Electronics, Electronic Maintenance, or similar industrial field.
Availability to work rotating morning and afternoon shifts.
Own vehicle to commute to our facilities.
Availability to join starting in January/February.
Proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passion for automation and technology.

If you are looking for a program where you can learn by doing, grow with support, and start your professional career in a real and challenging environment, apply to this offer

Your talent is the engine, we provide the road. Will you join the 1 Year Program?

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Paid internship via a 12-month agreement.
Ad hoc technical training, fully applicable to the day-to-day operations of the logistics center.
360º experience across the different areas of the center.
Training sessions in hard and soft skills, both technical and personal development.
Specialized tutor who will accompany you throughout the entire program.
Continuous follow-up by the Human Resources team.
Free access to sports facilities.
Exclusive discounts at Sprinter and JD stores.

The role

Boost your future with our One Year Program!

Have you recently completed your Vocational Training studies in Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation and Robotics, Industrial Electronics or similar, and do you want to take the leap into the professional world with real, practical, and impactful experience? Our 1 Year Program is your opportunity to develop your technical talent within an automated, dynamic, and constantly innovating logistics environment.

We are looking for people eager to learn, contribute, and grow, and for this purpose, we have designed a paid internship program that combines training, mentorship, and a 360º experience. You will be part of the Automated Facilities maintenance team, actively participating in the correct functioning of key systems such as stacker cranes, belt and roller conveyors, PLCs, servomotors, and frequency drives, as well as electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems.

From day one, you will learn alongside expert professionals in the sector and contribute to ensuring the operational continuity of the logistics center.

What you'll do

Ensure compliance with preventive maintenance according to machinery usage.
Intervene in breakdowns, detect their origin, and perform technical diagnostics, documenting each work order.
Report incidents, solutions, and improvement proposals per shift.
Document all work orders and participate in the monitoring of corrective actions.

About Sprinter

Sprinter is a Spanish sports and outdoor retail chain specializing in footwear, apparel, and equipment for running, hiking, and other outdoor activities. With a strong presence across Spain, the company operates numerous physical stores and an online platform, positioning itself as a key player in the Iberian sports retail market. It is part of the larger JD Sports Fashion group, which provides scale and international backing.

In Spain, Sprinter is headquartered in Madrid and has a widespread network of stores across the country, including cities like San Sebastián, Barcelona, Cartagena, and Mahón. The company offers a dynamic retail environment with roles in store management, merchandising, logistics, data analysis, and marketing. For international professionals, Sprinter provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced retail sector with a strong Spanish presence, though the work environment is primarily Spanish-speaking.

Founded: 1995
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastián and 11 more

Good to know if you are moving

Sprinter is part of the JD Sports group, a global leader in sports fashion retail, offering potential career mobility across international markets.
The company has a strong presence across Spain, with stores in many cities, providing opportunities in various locations beyond Madrid.
Many roles, such as store management and sales assistant positions, are customer-facing and require Spanish language proficiency, which is important for international candidates.
Sprinter offers trainee and internship programs (e.g., 'Programa de prácticas Sprinter') that can be a good entry point for international graduates looking to start a career in retail.
The company's headquarters in Madrid is a major hub for its corporate functions, including merchandising, data analysis, and logistics.

In their own words

About the company & team

We opened our first Sprinter store in Valencia in 1995, and since then, we've become the go-to place for anyone who's passionate about sports and athletic fashion. With more than 200 physical stores and an online shop, we carry leading brands like Nike, Adidas, Reebok, and Fila, as well as our own brands like Up, Silver, Doone, and Boriken, among others.

As part of JD Group, a leader in Sports, Street & Premium Fashion, we have around 97,000 people and more than 4,850 stores of various brands in over 49 countries. We offer you the opportunity to develop your career in this constantly growing international group!

At Sprinter we offer an environment based on cooperation and mutual respect, with a strong commitment to diversity and equal opportunities. All people will be considered regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, age, or degree of disability.

Our selection processes are based on the professional skills evaluation model and we value passion, willingness to learn, and grow in an international environment.

Are you interested?

We want to meet you! If you think this offer is for you, apply today.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive for our job openings, it takes some time to review them all. If you don't hear back from us within two to three weeks after applying, please consider that on this occasion we have decided to move forward with other candidates. Those who meet the criteria will be contacted by the Talent team. Thank you for your interest and time!

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