Intern in the Field Cybersecurity in Embedded Systems (m/f/d) - summer term 2026

What awaits you:

• You support our team in cybersecurity‑related tasks within embedded Linux systems
• You contribute to the analysis and hardening of system services and communication interfaces
• You assist in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and secure configuration validation
• You participate in developing secure update mechanisms, authentication methods, and logging concepts
• You help document and maintain security measures in compliance with industry standards

What you bring to the table:

• You are an enrolled student of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
• You have a fundamental understanding of Linux‑based systems and embedded development
• You are familiar with networking concepts (TCP/IP, SSH, HTTPS, etc.) and basic cybersecurity principles
• You have first experience with Python or shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell)
• Knowledge of C/C++, systemd, or Yocto is an advantage
• You can use git with confidence
• You work analytically, think critically, and enjoy approaching technical security questions with creativity
• You appreciate working in an international and interdisciplinary team and are motivated to learn and grow in the field of embedded cybersecurity

Our Benefits:

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• Work Environment: We offer new office environments. You will benefit from modern IT equipment, and ergonomic workstations.
• Variety of tasks: Exciting and varied tasks await you, giving you freedom to work independently. We offer space for your creativity and ideas. Get involved!
• Work-Life-Balance: Work-life balance is important to us, which is why you benefit not only from your flexible working hours, but also from your mobile working options.
• Culture: You will be part of an international and future‑oriented work environment in a systemically relevant industry. We regularly host events to encourage exchange, strengthen your network, and create space for new ideas.
• Benefits & extras: At our company, you can enjoy canteen benefits and take advantage of exclusive discounts on tickets for cultural and sporting events through numerous partners.

What else you should know:

More information can be found here reinhausen.com/career

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