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, the joint venture addresses the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.
As a Software Engineer Intern - Android Connectivity, you will collaborate with a dynamic team to design, develop, and ship features in Kotlin, Java, and C++ that power Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular experiences in Rivian and Volkswagen vehicles. You will integrate Android connectivity APIs and broadcast vehicle states across distributed ECUs, debugging complex issues across the app, framework, and hardware layers.
Duration: Full-time, September 21, 2026 – April 23, 2027. Applicants must be available to work from the Yaletown Office (Vancouver) for the full duration of the co-op.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and ship Android features in Kotlin, Java, and C++ across the apps and shared libraries that power Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Hotspot, and Cellular experiences in Rivian and Volkswagen vehicles.
- Integrate Android platform connectivity APIs and contribute to the services that broadcast connectivity state across distributed in-vehicle ECUs.
- Debug and resolve issues spanning app, framework, and hardware layers, working to root-cause field-reported connectivity problems.
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and architecture modelling, taking a feature from design through merge.
- Collaborate with product, UI/UX, platform, and embedded counterparts to translate connectivity requirements into shippable user experiences.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, enrolled at an accredited Canadian university.
- Must have the intent to return to school full-time following completion of this internship.
- Proficient in at least one of the following: Java, Kotlin, or C++.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of Bluetooth concepts (Classic vs. BLE, GATT, pairing/bonding) and exposure to common profiles (A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBAP, MAP).
- Working knowledge of networking concepts: TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, IP routing, iptables, Wi-Fi (STA/SoftAP), and tethering/hotspot fundamentals.
- Familiarity with the Android ConnectivityManager, NetworkCallback, WifiManager, or BluetoothAdapter APIs.