Powertrain Test Engineering Intern — EV Lab
Rivian
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Job summary
Rivian is seeking a Powertrain Test Engineering Intern to support validation of electric powertrain systems in a laboratory environment. You will assist with test setups, instrumentation, data collection, and engineering analysis, gaining practical experience with 900 V platforms.
The role requires full-time onsite availability for the spring term (Jan–Aug 2027) as part of Rivian's internship program; visa sponsorship is not provided.
Qualifications
- Must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters, or PhD degree at an accredited university.
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, Controls, or a related engineering field.
- Basic understanding of engineering fundamentals and data analysis.
- Interest in electric vehicles, powertrains, testing, or validation.
- Basic programming or scripting experience, such as Python or MATLAB.
- Prior hands-on experience through a class project, student team, or laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Support engineers with vehicle, system, and component-level powertrain testing.
- Help prepare test setups, instrumentation, and data-acquisition equipment.
- Support the development or improvement of test scripts and data-processing tools.
- Assist with the design and setup of laboratory upgrade projects.
- Lead and complete a defined continuous-improvement project.
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Job description
Rivian is seeking a Powertrain Test Engineering Intern to support validation of electric powertrain systems in a laboratory environment. You will assist with test setups, instrumentation, data collection, and engineering analysis, gaining practical experience with 900 V platforms.
The role requires full-time onsite availability for the spring term (Jan–Aug 2027) as part of Rivian's internship program; visa sponsorship is not provided.
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