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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotives next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions were 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 well map a new way forward. Working together well create a future thats more connected more intelligent more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the Electro-Mechanical design of vehicle systems. As an Electromechanical Design Engineering Intern you will be directly involved in the complete life cycle development of electronic hardware from early Proof of Concept work to final component release and initial manufacturing support.

About the Electromechanical Design Engineering Internship: We are looking for talented interns to join various teams within our Electromechanical Design Engineering department.

Program Details:

• Timeline: Full-time September 21 December 18

• Location: Palo Alto CA Champaign IL or Irvine CA

By submitting a single application to this posting you will be considered for all of the following internship tracks:

• Embedded Software Engineering Intern

• Software Engineering Intern - Vehicle Lab

• Electrical Design Engineering Intern

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Support and develop Proof of Concept work needed to ensure program success.

• Component Design: Design and develop analog digital and mixed-signal circuits for hardware modules including schematic capture and component selection.

• Documentation & Release: Generate Internal Part Numbers for new part requests in the Arena PLM database. Ensure drawing releases and component release cycles are understood and followed.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with all cross-functional engineering and design teams (e.g. Studio Architecture Mechanical) to understand requirements and fully optimize solutions for overall performance cost and mass.

• Debug & Validation: Debug and troubleshoot hardware issues at the board and system level. Work with internal teams and suppliers to maintain component and system-level DVPRs (Design Verification Plan and Report) and ensure test execution.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program at an accredited US university.

• Proficient in Electrical Engineering fundamentals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering Electrical Design Engineering Hardware Engineering Mechanical Engineering Computer Science or a closely related technical field with the intent to return to school following completion of internship.

• Understanding of electronics packaging and hardware.

• Previous experience with vehicle-level component programs.

• Understanding of the automotive hardware/software development process. Working knowledge of vehicle electrical systems.

• Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and component release cycles.

• Familiarity with communication protocols such as PCIe CAN Ethernet USB I2C SPI.

Total Rewards

Full-time positions include base salary eligibility for an annual performance bonus and eligibility for equity.

In addition to base salary Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies offers benefits tailored to the local market. For more information on the benefits available for full-time employees check out our Global Benefits Site.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site ( If you are a current employee please apply through our internal job board.

Equal Opportunity

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Required Experience:

Intern