Software Security Research Intern

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We are looking for candidates to join a 6-month internship with the HP Security Lab based in Bristol, UK, to research the future of security technologies and techniques to make computing devices more secure for users and enterprises alike. 

This internship is an exciting opportunity to participate in world-class research and experience how industrial research is conducted to deliver customer value within the collaborative culture at HP. As a company, HP is dedicated to attracting diverse talent from all backgrounds and ethnicity. 

During your internship, you will work within a cross-disciplinary team creating new and innovative technologies for securing endpoint devices and infrastructures from the cloud to the edge. The team is researching security and privacy concepts ranging from supply chain security, through advanced cryptographic protocols leveraging trusted hardware and firmware co-design, to security principles and architectures for edge based AI applications. There will be a variety of projects which can be matched to your skill sets, and you will work with researchers and technologists in the business units to design, prototype, and demonstrate the feasibility and value of your work. 

Join us in our office in the heart of the bustling Bristol city centre, within walking distance from the old town cafes and restaurants, in the middle of the city’s thriving startup and academic tech ecosystem. We are looking for curious and creative research-minded individuals who enjoy teamwork, have an excellent grounding in computer science and engineering, theory and practice, and are relentlessly excited to have impact and lead with innovation to solve real world challenges. 

A salary shall be paid to interns. 

Responsibilities 

• Develop understanding of state of the art in the relevant areas of research 

• Navigate uncertainties in the research while working with the team to identify novel technological paths 

• Work with the research team to design a solution which addresses the limitations of the existing approaches, and also be able to progress the research 

• Demonstrate feasibility of solution (e.g., paper, prototype, etc.) 

Mandatory skills and experience required 

• Studying towards a Doctoral, Master’s, or possibly a Bachelor’s university degree in the relevant topics  

• Knowledge and practical experience in programming (e.g. some of C, C++, Python, C#, Rust, Go) 

• Practical experience developing applications, OS, and / or firmware 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Keen to learn and able to progress on live projects as part of a team or independently 

Additional desirable skills and experience 

• DevOps tools (git, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes) 

• Trusted computing (Trusted Platform Modules), digital signatures, and public key infrastructures 

• Cryptography and practical experience of cryptography libraries 

• Experience in, or knowledge of, machine learning solution architectures including Large Language Models (LLMs) 

• Strong software engineering skills 

• Embedded Systems 

• Experience in or knowledge of cloud computing (AWS/Azure) and distributed systems  

About HP 

At HP, you’ll have a chance to create tools, technology, and solutions that reshape the way the world works in the future. If you’re looking to join a company that allows you to connect with a network of professionals eager to support you in doing your best work, we want to talk to you. Our legendary culture guides every employee toward success—fostering collaboration and driving innovation. 

Operating in over 170 countries, HP is always creating new services, products, and capabilities giving you more opportunities to advance your career. Here, innovation is the key to professional development and career mobility. 

When you join HP, you’re joining a company that believes every voice matters and that we all deserve a seat at the table. From the boardroom to factory floor, we create a culture where everyone is respected and where people can be themselves. You will be part of a global laboratory where different perspectives and experiences will help you solve problems in new ways. This is where you can build a long and wide-ranging career. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s). 

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence. 

For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal". 

You can find out more about HP or go to the careers site to explore other opportunities. 

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Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - 

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.

For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"