Software Engineering Intern Applications (Fall-Spring Co-op)

About Us

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

The Infotainment team is building an immersive in-vehicle digital experience where drivers interact with their vehicles and connect with the outside world. As a Software Engineering Intern you will play a key role in designing and developing user-facing applications that contribute to this digital experience such as the Navigation application which directly impacts the customers EV experience. You will ensure quality robustness and performance in our Android-based applications.

Program Details:

• Timeline: Full-time September 21 2026 April 23 2027

• Location: Vancouver BC or Toronto OT

Responsibilities

• Design and develop applications on Android OS contributing to critical features like navigation or media.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product and UI/UX design teams to define application features.

• Debug and fix application issues before final release.

• Write test code to test for quality robustness and functional correctness including edge cases.

• Grow your skills through continual learning workshops conferences and talks.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

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

• Proficiency in Kotlin.

• Proficiency using Android and Android Jetpack APIs.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

• Experience developing Android Apps.

• Experience with continuous integration tools such as Jenkins.

• Knowledge of Android design principles and application interface guidelines.

• For Software Integration opportunities: experiences in Python Linux software testing automation CI/CD pipelines.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies internships & co-ops are experiences optimized for student candidates. To be eligible you must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the entire internship or co-op term. If you are not pursuing a degree please see our full-time positions athttps:// Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements.

Total Rewards

We build the exceptional and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded 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 ( 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.

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Please note this job posting represents an open active vacancy. Additionally we are not currently accepting applications from third party application services.

Required Experience:

Intern

Employment Type : Intern
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Hourly Salary Salary: 24 - 27