# Software Engineering Intern - Applications (Summer 2027) at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

> Hybrid · Canada · Intern · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/ashby%3Arivianvw.tech%3Ab142f138-e300-4e84-8aa5-50ed506d288b (read 2026-11-06).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies](https://alderhq.app/companies/rivian-and-volkswagen-group-technologies)
- Location text: Vancouver, British Columbia; Toronto, Ontario
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Hybrid · Canada (evidence: "Location: Vancouver, British Columbia; Toronto, Ontario")
- Posted: 2026-10-22 (15 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-04
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/rivianvw.tech/b142f138-e300-4e84-8aa5-50ed506d288b
- Skills listed (inferred): Python, Java, Kotlin, C++, Android

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: CAD 62k–CAD 70k per year (from the listing's pay field)
- Market band for similar posted roles (Vancouver, n 8): p25 CAD 66k, median CAD 66k, p75 CAD 66k
- H-1B filings at this company for similar roles, FY26: 90, median offered wage $165k ([US DOL OFLC LCA disclosure data](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/foreign-labor/performance))

## Description (the employer's text)

### 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 Infotainment and Mobile Applications teams. If selected, you will be matched to a specific team based on your background and interests during the interview process.

Mobile Software Engineering Intern

Software Engineering Intern - 3D

Software Engineering Intern - Android Developer

Software Engineering Intern - Applications

Software Engineering Intern - Automation

Software Engineering Intern - Full Stack Developer

Software Engineering Intern - Infotainment Applications

Software Engineering Intern - Infotainment Platform

Software Engineering Intern - Mobile Apps

Software Engineering Intern - Software Automation, Connected Systems

Software Engineering Intern - Software Integration

Software Engineering Intern - Telematics

Software Engineering Intern - Wireless

### Role Summary

When a driver taps navigation, plays music, speaks to the voice assistant, connects Bluetooth, or receives a software update, that experience was built by an infotainment and mobile applications team. As an intern on this team, you will contribute to the customer facing software running inside Rivian vehicles, spanning Android platform work, in vehicle applications, wireless and telematics integration, visual and graphics features, or the automation and integration testing that supports these systems.

Specific project areas vary by team and may include:

Developing Android Automotive applications such as navigation, media, or vehicle settings

Contributing to Android platform or system level software, including HAL development or system stability work

Building wireless or telematics software connecting the vehicle to mobile apps and cloud services

Supporting 3D graphics or visual experience features using tools such as Unreal Engine or OpenGL

Writing automated test suites and integration tests for infotainment features

### Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test software features within an existing infotainment, mobile, or connectivity application

Write code in Kotlin, Java, C++, or Python depending on the team

Collaborate with product and design partners to understand feature requirements

Debug and resolve issues found during development or testing

Present your work and progress to your team throughout the internship

### Qualifications

Minimum:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited Canadian university

Proficiency in Kotlin, Java, C++, or Python

Preferred:

Actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field, with intent to return to school after the internship

Experience developing Android applications or familiarity with the Android Automotive OS framework

Coursework or project experience with wireless protocols such as LTE, Wi-Fi, or BLE

Exposure to 3D graphics engines such as Unreal Engine, OpenGL, or Vulkan

Familiarity with test automation frameworks

### Total Rewards

We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.

---
Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/ashby%3Arivianvw.tech%3Ab142f138-e300-4e84-8aa5-50ed506d288b and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.
