Software Engineering Intern - Vehicle Controls (January - August 2027)
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. Candidates should be available for a full-time commitment from January 11, 2027 to August 13, 2027. This is a general application used to fill multiple internship openings across our Vehicle Controls teams. If selected, you will be matched to a specific team based on your background and interests during the interview process.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited US university
- Proficiency in C or C++, with some exposure to Python
Nice To Haves
- Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field, with intent to return to school after the internship
- Coursework or project experience with embedded systems, control theory, or real time operating systems
- Familiarity with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, or Automotive Ethernet
- Exposure to MATLAB and Simulink for controls modeling
- Interest or coursework in functional safety concepts such as ISO 26262
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and test embedded software or controls algorithms for an assigned vehicle domain
- Write production quality code in C or C++, with Python used for test tooling
- Collaborate with systems engineers and test engineers to validate features before deployment
- Support test execution in SIL, HIL, or bench environments and help debug issues that arise
- Communicate progress and technical tradeoffs to your team throughout the internship
Benefits
- competitive base salary
- annual company performance bonus program
- equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
- health coverage
- retirement savings
- time off
- family planning programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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