Electromechanical Design Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

. Support proof of concept, design, or validation work for an assigned hardware project .

Posted 10/23/2026internshipPalo Alto • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $38 - $51 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in electrical engineering fundamentals and hardware design, with hands-on experience in circuit design, PCB design tools, and collaboration within cross-functional teams. Familiarity with product lifecycle management and component release processes is essential for supporting hardware projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering FundamentalsCircuit DesignPCB Design ToolsProduct Lifecycle ManagementHardware Validation

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Hard Skills

DebuggingTroubleshootingElectronics UnderstandingHardware DesignMechanical Packaging

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

CAD ToolsSimulation SoftwareCANEthernetUSBI2CSPI

Industry Keywords

Component Release ProcessesDesign RecordsReliability AnalysisFunctional Safety AnalysisSupplier Quality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support proof of concept, design, or validation work for an assigned hardware project
Debug and troubleshoot hardware issues at the board or system level
Document component release information and maintain accurate design records
Collaborate with cross functional engineering and design teams to understand requirements
Communicate progress and findings to the team throughout the internship
Potentially work on circuit design, mechanical packaging, hardware validation and test, reliability and functional safety analysis, supplier quality, product launch, or manufacturing readiness activities for ECU programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited US university
Proficient in electrical engineering fundamentals
Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or a closely related field, with intent to return to school after the internship
Understanding of electronics, packaging, and hardware design
Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, USB, I2C, or SPI
Coursework or project experience with PCB design tools, CAD tools, or simulation software
Familiarity with product lifecycle management and component release processes
US work authorization is addressed in the application form

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible for housing stipend
Competitive base salary
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health coverage
Retirement savings
Time off
Family planning programs