Software Engineering Intern Fall​/Co-op

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 customer’s EV experience. You will ensure quality, robustness, and performance in our Android‑based applications.

• Timeline:
  Full time, September 21, 2026 – April 23, 2027
• Location:
  
  Vancouver, BC or Toronto, OT

• 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.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's 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.

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.

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.