Job Specifications
About Us
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.
Role Summary
Co-Op Term: January-August 2026
This is a bucket application, and is not an official opening. Your application can be considered for Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 2026 co-op program. If you are selected, you will receive an invitation to interview for an open posting.
You must be available to work full time during the duration of the co-op term (January-August).
Rivian and Volkswagen Group 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 2026 and June 2028.If you are not pursuing a degree, please see our full time positions on our careers site.Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs, it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements.
Responsibilities
Applying to this opening will place you into consideration for RV Tech’s 2026 co-op
Teams your application can be considered for include:
Digital Platforms
Mobile Development (Android or iOS)
Infotainment Applications
Consumer Applications
Vehicle Core
Vehicle Management
Mapping QA Team
Middleware Team, Elpis Software
Vehicle Controls
Qualifications
Must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters, or PhD degree at a Canadian University
Actively pursuing a degree, or one closely related, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar.
Experience in software development and coding in one or more of the following languages: Python, Java, Javascript, Kotlin, Ruby, GoLang, Typescript, or similar.
Experience and familiarity with data structures and algorithms.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
Capable of working as a member of a team across several cross functional disciplines, including with external stakeholders
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Internships: The range of pay for internships is 24.00-51.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on location, and other factors permitted by law.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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.
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing frau