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Software Engineering Intern - Applications, Infotainment & Mobile (January - August 2027)

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Irvine, CA • On-site

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

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.
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 Infotainment and Mobile Applications teams. If selected, you will be matched to a specific team based on your background and interests during the interview process.
  • Mobile Software Engineering Intern
  • Software Engineering Intern - 3D
  • Software Engineering Intern - Android Developer
  • Software Engineering Intern - Applications
  • Software Engineering Intern - Automation
  • Software Engineering Intern - Full Stack Developer
  • Software Engineering Intern - Infotainment Applications
  • Software Engineering Intern - Infotainment Platform
  • Software Engineering Intern - Mobile Apps
  • Software Engineering Intern - Software Automation, Connected Systems
  • Software Engineering Intern - Software Integration
  • Software Engineering Intern - Telematics
  • Software Engineering Intern - Wireless

Role Summary
When a driver taps navigation, plays music, speaks to the voice assistant, connects Bluetooth, or receives a software update, that experience was built by an infotainment and mobile applications team. As an intern on this team, you will contribute to the customer facing software running inside software-defined vehicles, spanning Android platform work, in vehicle applications, wireless and telematics integration, visual and graphics features, or the automation and integration testing that supports these systems.
Specific project areas vary by team and may include:
  • Developing Android Automotive applications such as navigation, media, or vehicle settings
  • Contributing to Android platform or system level software, including HAL development or system stability work
  • Building wireless or telematics software connecting the vehicle to mobile apps and cloud services
  • Supporting 3D graphics or visual experience features using tools such as Unreal Engine or OpenGL
  • Writing automated test suites and integration tests for infotainment features
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and test software features within an existing infotainment, mobile, or connectivity application
  • Write code in Kotlin, Java, C++, or Python depending on the team
  • Collaborate with product and design partners to understand feature requirements
  • Debug and resolve issues found during development or testing
  • Present your work and progress to your team throughout the internship
Qualifications
Minimum:
  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited US university
  • Proficiency in Kotlin, Java, C++, or Python

Preferred:
  • Actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field, with intent to return to school after the internship
  • Experience developing Android applications or familiarity with the Android Automotive OS framework
  • Coursework or project experience with wireless protocols such as LTE, Wi-Fi, or BLE
  • Exposure to 3D graphics engines such as Unreal Engine, OpenGL, or Vulkan
  • Familiarity with test automation frameworks
Total Rewards
We build the exceptional - and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.
Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.
In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees - including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs.
External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board.
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 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) record keeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies' service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
If you provide a mobile telephone number as part of your application or during the recruitment process, Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use that number to contact you via SMS text message for recruitment-related purposes, including scheduling, logistics, and status updates. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message you receive from us. Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of applying for or being considered for employment.
Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English)and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.
Please note this job posting represents an open, active vacancy. Additionally, we are not currently accepting applications from third party application services.

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