Software Engineering Intern - Applications, Infotainment & Mobile - Summer 2026
About The Position
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. The Infotainment team is building an immersive in-vehicle digital experience where drivers interact with their vehicles and connect with the outside world. As a Software Engineering Intern, you will play a key role in designing and developing user-facing applications that contribute to this digital experience, such as the Navigation application, which directly impacts the customer’s EV experience. You will ensure quality, robustness, and performance in our Android-based applications.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s program at an accredited university.
- Proficiency in Kotlin.
- Proficiency using Android and Android Jetpack APIs.
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies internships & co-ops are experiences optimized for student candidates. To be eligible, you must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the entire internship or co-op term. If you are not pursuing a degree, please see our full-time positions at https://rivianvw.tech/#careers. Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs, it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a closely related technical field with the intent to return to school following completion of internship.
- Expected graduation of December 2026 or later.
- Experience developing Android Apps.
- Experience with continuous integration tools, such as Jenkins.
- Knowledge of Android design principles and application interface guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop applications on Android OS, contributing to critical features like navigation or media.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product and UI/UX design teams, to define application features.
- Debug and fix application issues before final release.
- Write test code to test for quality, robustness, and functional correctness, including edge cases.
- Design and implement subsequent application updates and releases.
- Grow your skills through continual learning, workshops, conferences, and talks.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
