Software Engineering Intern, Vehicle Controls - Summer

Position: Software Engineering Intern, Vehicle Controls - Summer 2026
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. Role Summary As a Software Engineering Intern, you will be an integral part of the Vehicle Control Systems team, responsible for implementing and validating low-level embedded software for critical vehicle functions such as Energy Storage & Distribution (ES&D), power modes, or foundational motion control features.

You will work in a dynamic environment, applying your expertise in real-time programming and system fundamentals to ensure the safety and reliability of our electronic control units (ECUs). Responsibilities Implement and validate embedded software for vehicle systems, such as battery and energy management systems. Develop features for low and high voltage systems, including power and current distribution, DC/DC controls, or fault detection and recovery.

Design scalable software architectures with a focus on embedded system reliability and performance. Contribute to the automated testing framework by writing automated tests for software components, utilizing Unit, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments. Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of highly complex systems spanning multiple domains. Work with systems engineers to define feature requirements and collaborate with test engineers to test, validate, and debug algorithms before deployment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited Canadian university. Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.

Preferred Qualifications:

Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field with the intent to return to school following completion of internship. Experience working in a Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) environment. Experience working with CAN, LIN, UDS, DoIP communication protocols

Experience with Microcontroller and PID (proportional–integral–derivative controller) Experience working with advanced 32-bit multi-core microcontrollers. 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 at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs, it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements. Pay Disclosure Canada Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Internships:
The range of pay for internships in Canada is $22-$27 CAD per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on location, and other factors permitted by law. 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.

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