UIUC Research Park Intern - Motor Controls Development

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown.

Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary Internship Term:
Summer 2026 Rivian 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 through May 2028. Rivian's Internship Program requires active student enrollment. Information regarding your expected degree completion date is collected solely to verify eligibility and determine your availability for future full-time opportunities.

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In this role, you will assist the Electric Power Conversion (EPC) team in developing and validating motor control algorithms. This entails using Model-Based Design to simulate motor behavior, and then utilizing Python and SQL within our cloud data platform to analyze how these algorithms perform in the field. Responsibilities Develop motor control logic in Matlab/Simulink while simultaneously building Python/SQL scripts in Databricks.

Create a unified workflow where simulation results are compared directly against fleet data. Run test cases on Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) benches to verify performance. Document and present root-cause findings to the EPC team. Qualifications Must be currently pursuing a PhD degree at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign Actively pursuing a degree or one closely related in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Strong proficiency in Matlab/Simulink for control logic development.

Core understanding of AC motor theory and 3-phase power electronics. Solid programming foundations in C and Python. Prior experience in the EV industry or with high-voltage laboratory equipment preferred. Knowledge of SQL and cloud-based data analysis preferred. Understanding of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) principles is a plus. #LI-HH2 Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $ per hour for Illinois based applicants.

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and medical insurance benefits.

More information about benefits is available at  You can apply for this role through  (or through inte if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than 4/10/2026. Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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.

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