UIUC Research Park Intern - Embedded Systems Software

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

Internship Term: Winter (January - May 2026)

Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs, it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements.

In this role, you will support our software application framework team.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a Software Application Framework.
• Verify and validate the hardware design of Electrical Control Units.
• Understand the hardware design specs.
• Write code in C/Python.
• Debug hardware and software issues.
• Work with peers and stakeholders to collect the requirements and provide solutions.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a full time degree-seeking program and in the process of obtaining a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign.
• Experience with embedded platform architecture (GPU, PCIe, Camera).
• Working knowledge of networking protocols.
• Experience with embedded software development, linux operating systems, and real time operating Systems.
• Proficiency in Python and C programming.
• Prior experience with autonomous driving, infotainment or PC/Server technologies, preferred.
• Must be a located in Champaign, IL and able to work out of our office in the Research Park.
• Must be available for 40 hours per week in the summer and 20 hours per week in the Fall and Spring.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Intent to return to a degree program after the completion of the internship
  
  

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Internships: The range of pay for internships is $25.00 - $51.00 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.