Working Student - Cybersecurity (m/w/d) - REF77212C

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for the sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company provides safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machinery, traffic and transport. Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion in 2023 and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

The Automotive business sector comprises technologies for passive safety, braking, chassis, and motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display and operating technologies as well as audio or camera solutions for the interior are just as much a part of the portfolio as intelligent information and communication technology for mobility services for fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to networking technologies and vehicle electronics through to high-performance computers complete the offering. 

Job Description

For the area of Architecture and Networking we are looking for a Working Student (m/f/diverse) with a weekly working time of 10 to 15 hours starting in April 2025 for up to 7 months in Regensburg.

Tasks include:

• Research of secure attestation of device identity and operation stage
• Develop and implement a secure attestation proof of concept
• Demo proof of concept to colleagues and produce a research report

Qualifications

• Students that study computer science, mathematics, business informatics, or other related fields
• Good knowledge of C, Linux, Python and embedded software
• Safe handling of the MS Office-programs and a good knowledge of the common programs
• Fluent knowledge in English (spoken and written)

Good knowledge of  English

In addition to these technical requirements, we are also looking for certain characteristics and skills:

• Quick comprehension
• analytical thinking
• good problem-solving skills
• passion for hands-on cybersecurity research and experimentation

Please attach your current certificate of enrollment and also your current transcripts of records and an extract of certificate for a mandatory internship. Those documents are mandatory for processing your application. If required, please submit your valid residence permit as well as your work permit including the additional sheet.

Applications from severely disabled people are welcome.

Additional Information

• Your work with us will be fairly remunerated: We know that your work is valuable and want to make sure that you are compensated
• We offer you flexible working hours with hybrid working models, where you have the opportunity to work from home from time to time, because we know how important the interaction between private and professional life is
• You will receive qualified support from our experienced professionals to improve your professional knowledge and practical skills
• Benefit from a variety of discounts and reductions via our corporate benefits for various brands, from fashion to leisure activities or technology products
• You have the opportunity to take part in various health courses and can take advantage of a varied range of sports
• Take part in regular events for students , such as our regulars' table, joint lunches to network and exchange ideas or get to know the city of Regensburg on a guided tour

If you want to learn more about our location, please visit our location page for Regensburg.

If you find yourself in our position and would like to work with us on exciting projects, then apply now and become part of our team!

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.