Software Engineering Intern - Embedded Platforms (Summer 2027)

The posting, as Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies wrote it

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.

This is a general application used to fill multiple internship openings across our Embedded Platforms teams. If selected, you will be matched to a specific team based on your background and interests during the interview process.

• Software Engineering Intern - Embedded Systems
• Software Engineering Intern - Camera Software
• UIUC Research Park Intern - Embedded Systems Software
• Vehicle Security Engineering Intern

ROLE SUMMARY

As an Embedded Platforms intern, you will design, implement, and debug core software running on ECUs and embedded Linux or RTOS environments, and contribute directly to the software used for verification and board bring up on next generation vehicle platforms.

Specific project areas vary by team and may include

• Bringing up new ECUs and development boards, including drivers, bootloaders, and board support software
• Implementing and optimizing Hardware Abstraction Layers (HALs) that connect vehicle software to hardware
• Working on embedded Linux or Android platform components running on vehicle electronics
• Developing and benchmarking real time operating system kernel features, with a focus on reliability and performance
• Building security firmware features such as secure boot or cryptographic services on vehicle ECUs
• Developing camera and imaging software on embedded hardware
• Writing automated tests and CI integrations that validate platform software on real hardware

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and deploy embedded software on Linux, Android, or real time operating systems for electronic hardware
• Contribute to the implementation and optimization of HALs for vehicle hardware interaction
• Debug and troubleshoot issues at the firmware, driver, and board level
• Work closely with cross functional teams, including hardware, charging, and body controls engineers, on software initiatives
• Document your work and present progress to your team throughout the internship

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited US university
• Proficiency in C or C++

Preferred

• Actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field, with intent to return to school after the internship
• Experience with scripting language

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