Software Engineering Intern – Connected Systems

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

. Work on backend services, integration layers, or connectivity infrastructure supporting reliable vehicle-to-cloud communication .

Posted 10/23/2026internshipPalo Alto • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $47 - $51 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in backend development and distributed systems, with a strong focus on vehicle-to-cloud communication and integration. Familiarity with AWS cloud-native infrastructure and event-driven architecture is essential.

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Backend DevelopmentDistributed SystemsAWS Cloud InfrastructurePython ProgrammingEvent-Driven Architecture

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Hard Skills

PythonGoC++JavaDistributed SystemsTest AutomationBackend ServicesSystems IntegrationEvent-Driven ArchitectureVehicle Communication Protocols

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

KafkaKinesisRedisAWS EKSAWS LambdaAWS DynamoDBAWS IoT Core

Industry Keywords

Vehicle-to-Cloud CommunicationTelemetry ProcessingRemote CommandsIntegration ValidationIoT Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDistributed SystemsDynamoDBIoTJavaKafkaPythonRedisC++Go

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work on backend services, integration layers, or connectivity infrastructure supporting reliable vehicle-to-cloud communication
Build and test backend services processing vehicle telemetry and remote commands at fleet scale
Develop event-driven, distributed systems using tools such as Kafka, Kinesis, or Redis
Contribute to cross-domain systems integration and validation to ensure vehicle features function correctly end to end
Support messaging and communication layers linking vehicles, mobile apps, and cloud services
Work with AWS cloud-native infrastructure, including EKS, Lambda, DynamoDB, and IoT Core
Design, develop, and test software components within distributed or connectivity systems
Write clean, maintainable code in Python, Go, C++, or Java
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and debugging sessions
Contribute to test automation and validation for integration or connectivity features
Document work and present progress throughout the internship

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited US university
Proficient in at least one of Python, Go, C++, or Java
Actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field (preferred)
Intention to return to school after the internship (preferred)
Exposure to distributed systems, event-driven architecture, or cloud platforms, AWS preferred (preferred)
Familiarity with vehicle communication protocols such as CAN or MQTT, or IoT concepts (preferred)
Coursework or project experience with backend development, systems integration, or test automation (preferred)
Currently authorized to work for an employer in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Housing stipend eligibility
Health coverage
Retirement savings
Time off
Family planning programs
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) (role eligible; subject to board approval and plan terms)
Annual company performance bonus program (full-time positions; not applicable to this internship)