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. 

Internship Term: January - August 2025, Co-Op (Start and end date not negotiable)

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 2025 through 2028. If you are not pursuing a degree, please see our full time positions on our Rivian careers site.

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

This internship offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge robotic technologies, data analytics, and automation tools. The ideal candidate is passionate about robotics, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to meaningful projects.

Automation Tools Development:

Migrate automation tools to a web-based platform to accelerate the commissioning process.

Develop automated Fanuc integration checklists and utilize the Fanuc System Design Tool.

Data Management and Analysis:

Structure robot data into Databricks using Karel-JSON parser.

Develop and maintain databases, including SQL queries and data models.

Robot Commissioning and Testing:

Participate in Robot Commissioner Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to refine and test web-based developments.

Setup FANUC Zero Down Time (ZDT) tools to enhance robot performance and uptime.

Develop an automated WEB template checker to ensure compliance with design standards.

Robot Operating System (ROS) 2 Integration:

Utilize ROS 2 for Fanuc robots to implement advanced functionalities.

Develop an automated robot collision zone checker to enhance safety and efficiency.

Machine Learning "Natural Language Processing":

Assist in machine learning projects, focusing on natural language processing applications.

Develop Python scripts and tools to establish a foundation for Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), focusing on Rivian robotics information and preparing this data to be utilized by a Large Language Model (LLM).

Educational Background:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at an accredited university in Robotics Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Technical Skills:

Proficient in Python programming.

Familiarity with Fanuc robots and related software tools is highly desirable.

Experience with ROS 2 (Robot Operating System) is a plus.

Knowledge of databases, SQL, and data analytics platforms like Databricks.

Understanding of JSON data structures and data serialization.

Basic understanding of machine learning concepts, particularly natural language processing.

Web Development Skills:

Experience in web development; familiarity with AWS serverless architectures is preferable.

Ability to develop user-friendly dashboards and interfaces.

Soft Skills:

Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

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.

Rivian provides robust wellness benefits, and a medical insurance package for interns, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

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.

Rivian 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 [email protected].

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. 

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