Rivian

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  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Mechanical Engineering Internships (Jun 2026)

Location details

On-site

  • United States

    United States

    • California

      Irvine

    • Illinois

Location

Irvine, Illinois

Closing in 2 months

Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typeInternship, Clerkship or Placement
  • SalaryUSD 25 - 51 / Hour
  • Application open dateApply by 20 Apr 2026
  • Start dateStart date 1 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2026

Join Rivian’s internship program to gain hands-on experience in engineering roles focused on innovative electric adventure vehicles.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

  • Applying to be considered for Rivian’s 2026 internship programs across multiple teams
  • Potential teams include Advanced Energy Solutions, Battery Engineering, Chassis, Manufacturing, Prototypes & Special Projects, Quality, Reliability, Safety, Technical Program Management, Test & Development, and Vehicle Attributes
  • Collaborating across cross-functional disciplines and with external stakeholders

About You

The company is looking for:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree at an accredited university
  • Actively pursuing a degree closely related to Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience with CAD software
  • Applied knowledge and understanding of engineering first principles
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
  • Capable of working as a member of a team across several cross-functional disciplines, including with external stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly pay range: $25.00 - $51.00, determined by location and other legal factors
  • Robust wellness benefits
  • Medical insurance package covering interns, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26
  • Coverage effective from the first day of employment with most premiums covered by Rivian

How to Apply

Submitting an application places you in consideration for Rivian’s 2026 internship programs. Selected candidates will receive an invitation to interview for open positions. Ensure you meet any university-specific internship requirements as it is your responsibility to fulfill them.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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Work rights

The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

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United States
US CitizenUS Permanent ResidentUS Student Visa

Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Study field
Study field (any)
Engineering & Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Working rights
    US Citizen
  • Study fields
    Engineering & Mathematics
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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About the employer

Logo- Rivian

Rivian USA

Number of employees

1,000 - 50,000 employees

Industries

R&D and Manufacturing

Rivian Automotive is an American electric vehicle manufacturer founded in 2009, renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable transportation.