Job Description
HR Trainee
Division:  FAS DIV EUROPE SYSTEM DIVISION
Job Type:  Trainee
Job Location:  VOUZELA
Job Description: 

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Forvia is a company in the automotive sector. It creates innovative solutions for sustainable mobility and to improve life on board.
SASAL, Automóveis, Lda, is a company of the Forvia Group, leader in the development and production of high-quality automotive components, dedicated to the cutting and sewing of covers for car seats. 

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day Human Resources administrative activities;

  • Assist with recruitment and selection processes;

  • Support onboarding and integration processes for new employees;

  • Assist in the development and implementation of HR initiatives and projects;

  • Support training and employee development activities,

  • Contribute to internal communication initiatives and corporate events;

  • Provide general support to the HR team in ongoing activities and projects.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

  • Degree in a relevant field, such as Human Resource Management, Psychology or Sociology;
  • Good knowledge of English (spoken and written) and basic computer skills (especially Excel);
  • Motivation to learn and develop new skills;
  • Observation and analytical skills to identify improvement opportunities;
  • Proactive attitude, adaptability and motivation to develop new skills;
  • Sense of responsibility, organization, and ability to meet deadlines/tasks;
  • Strong team spirit and willingness to learn.

What we can do for you

  • At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.  
  • We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development. 
  • We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count. 
  • We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.  Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) 
  • We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans. 
  • Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy. 

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com