Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is looking to solve the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world by developing and validating next-generation vehicle access and connectivity features.
Requirements
- Basic programming experience in Python (bonus if you’ve used C/C++ or object-oriented concepts).
- Curiosity about hardware-software integration and hands-on problem solving.
- Prior experience with hardware interfacing, robotics, or automation projects (academic or personal).
- Exposure to version control tools (like Git) or CI/CD systems.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Allure, Grafana, or custom dashboards).
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and running automated test scripts across multiple vehicle platforms.
- Support the setup and operation of automated vehicle test benches under engineer supervision.
- Help monitor and maintain test setups, ensuring they are safe, reliable, and ready for daily use.
- Contribute to debugging automation scripts and hardware issues as they arise.
- Participate in creating dashboards and visualizations for test results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new automation solutions and streamline testing workflows.
- Learn how to work in a CI/CD and Python-based automation environment.
Other
- Internship Term: Winter 2026 (January 2026 - August 2026)
- Must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the internship term with an expected graduation date between through December 2026 - June 2028
- A proactive mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear communication skills and a willingness to learn from feedback.
