Job Description
About Rivian
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary
This is a bucket application, and is not an official opening. Your application can be considered for Rivian’s 2025 internship programs. If you are selected, you will receive an invitation to interview for an open position.
Rivian internships are experiences optimized for student candidates. To be eligible, you must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the internship term with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and December 2027.
If you are not pursuing a degree, please see our full-time positions on our Rivian careers site. Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs, it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements.
Applying to this position will place you into consideration for the Automation & Controls Winter Co-Op Program.
Responsibilities
The Controls Development team is at the forefront of innovation in automation controls, utilizing advanced hardware and innovative technology to build a world-class automation platform to be deployed across every Rivian factory. This internship experience will allow an eligible candidate to contribute in developing this platform which seeks to enable efficiency and consistency within Rivian's machine across every factory.
Qualifications
- Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at an accredited university.
- Actively pursuing a degree or one closely related in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work in a dynamic team and collaborating with cross-functional teams on various technical projects.
- Proficient with Python or C#.
- Familiarity with machine learning concepts.
- Understanding developing software via object-oriented programming.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
