Cybersecurity and Technological Innovation Internship

What skills are we looking for in you? 🔎

• Knowledge of cybersecurity.
• Linux and/or Windows operating systems.
• Fundamentals of networks and communications.
• Programming (preferably Python, C/C++, or similar technologies).
• Basic knowledge of applied artificial intelligence.
• Capacity for technological analysis and research.
• Curiosity and continuous learning.
• Initiative and proactivity.
• Analytical thinking.
• Teamwork.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communication.

• Familiarity with security tools such as Wireshark, Metasploit, or Burp Suite (desirable).

What other aspects do we value? 📚

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or related disciplines.
• Interest in technological innovation and emerging technologies.
• Participation in academic or personal projects related to cybersecurity.
• Motivation to develop a professional career in the field of digital security.

• Intermediate-high English (desirable).

What benefits will you get from being part of the Telefónica Talentum Program? 💙

• 25-hour weekly schedule.
• Study aid of €850 per month.
• Scholarship duration: minimum 6 months, maximum 12 months.
• Hybrid work model.
• You will be part of a dynamic team and work on challenging projects.
• You will participate in innovative projects related to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
• And a training plan during the internship!
• Internship location: Málaga.

And much more!

We connect the present. We transform the future.

Have you ever wondered what makes it possible for millions of people to be connected at the same time, from anywhere in the world, without anything failing?

At Telefónica, we make it possible.

We are a global telecommunications and technology company that connects people, businesses, and communities through next-generation networks and advanced digital solutions such as cloud, artificial intelligence, IoT, and cybersecurity.

With over 100 years of history, we work every day to put innovation at the service of society, driving a responsible, sustainable digital transformation with real impact.

Here we don't just design infrastructure—we design the future. We are looking for people who are curious, enthusiastic, and passionate about what they do, who are never satisfied with the status quo and want to build the Telefónica of tomorrow.

If you are passionate about technology that transforms lives, this is your place.

You will join a team specialized in the development of advanced cybersecurity solutions, participating in research and innovation initiatives aimed at protecting systems, critical infrastructures, and sensitive data. You will work in a dynamic environment where cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies converge to face current and future digital security challenges.

What will your mission be? 🎯

Train and collaborate on innovative cybersecurity projects, participating in threat analysis, the design and evaluation of new protection solutions, and the application of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reinforce digital security. You will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in real projects while developing a comprehensive vision of a constantly evolving sector.

How will you contribute your skills to the purpose of the scholarship? 💼

• Participate in applied research projects in cybersecurity.
• Collaborate in the design and validation of innovative security solutions.
• Analyze threats and vulnerabilities in different technological environments.
• Support the evaluation and improvement of protection systems and processes.
• Contribute to the development and testing of security tools.
• Participate in initiatives that integrate artificial intelligence applied to threat detection and prevention.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on projects with real impact on digital security.