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R&D Engineering Internship (CATIA)

On-site in Martos·Full-time·Added 8 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Valeo

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Martos
Contract: Internship contract, full-time hours
English: Required
Education: University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

How you'll work

Full time

Job description

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

Your Talent with CATIA Has a Place in the Future of Automotive with Valeo! 🚀

Are you a recent graduate or engineering student with a passion for innovation and design? Do you want to be part of a team that is revolutionizing the automotive industry from within?

At Valeo, we open our doors to the talent of the future. We are looking for a person for our R&D internship who is eager to learn and, above all, has a command of CATIA!

To shine in this position, you need

To be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering.
⭐ Show off your mastery of CATIA! This is your moment.
🌍 A good level of English (B2-C1) to move comfortably in our international environment.
💪 To be a proactive, transparent person with a desire to work as a team to achieve great results.

What do we offer you? A unique opportunity to learn in an international environment, apply your knowledge to real projects, and start building a successful career at a world-leading automotive technology company.

If you identify with this challenge and feel it's your moment... We want to meet you!

Job

R&D Trainee/Apprentice/VIE

Employee Status

Trainee (fixed-term) (in training)

Job Posting Date

2025-11-03

Join Us!
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews

Application
Document check
Telephone interview
Phone call
A first call to get to know you, with the chance to ask questions.
Technical interview
With a specialist department · Phone call
Your documents go to the specialist department, which holds a technical interview by phone.
Personal meeting
With a specialist department · In person
An in-person meeting to deepen the acquaintance.

No cover letter is required; the CV and references are the key documents.
Documents are checked promptly and considered for other open positions too.

About Valeo

Valeo is a global automotive supplier headquartered in Paris, France, designing and manufacturing innovative products and systems for the automotive industry, including lighting, thermal systems, and electrification solutions. With over 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, Valeo is a key player in the transition to safer and more sustainable mobility, partnering with major car manufacturers worldwide.

In Spain, Valeo operates several industrial and R&D sites, notably in Martos (Jaén), Zaragoza, and Barcelona, focusing on lighting, electronics, and engineering. The company offers numerous opportunities for international professionals, including internships, VIE programs, and engineering roles, with a strong emphasis on R&D and innovation. Valeo's Spanish operations are integrated into its global network, providing a multicultural environment and career development prospects for those looking to work in the automotive sector in Spain.

Industry: Automotive Parts
Founded: 1923
Employees: 100,000–150,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona and 1 more
Website: valeo.com

Good to know if you are moving

Valeo has multiple sites in Spain, including Martos, Zaragoza, and Barcelona, offering a range of roles from engineering to finance.
The company offers VIE (Volontariat International en Entreprise) programs, which are international assignments for young professionals, providing a pathway to work in Spain.
Many roles in Spain are in R&D and engineering, with opportunities for recent graduates and experienced professionals in automotive technology.
Valeo's Spanish operations are part of a global network, allowing for potential international career mobility within the company.
The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability, with a focus on developing technologies for the future of mobility.

In their own words

About the company & team

💡 Optimizing and innovating in our proposal panels.
🖥️ Designing with CATIA: You will create 3D models for thermal simulations, define the PCB outline, its mountings, and constraint areas.
⚙️ Bringing designs to life: You will produce drawings and verify mechanical assemblies and final layouts.
🤝 Collaborate globally: You will work hand in hand with suppliers to review designs and ensure maximum quality.

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