Rivian Innovation Center Intern – Wireless Technology (RF), Electrical Hardware
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. This position is for an immediate need at University of Illinois’ Research Park, working as a Rivian employee on Rivian projects. Rivian internships are experiences optimized for student candidates. To be eligible, you must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the internship term with an expected graduation date between Fall 2023 through Fall 2025. Are you ready to join Rivian’s Electrical Hardware team? Rivian vehicles contain a Vehicle Access System (VAS) that allows the user to unlock/enter the vehicle, exit/lock the vehicle, permits the user to operate the vehicle. The present system uses a combination of technologies to communicate to either the user’s mobile phone or a Rivian provided keyfob. Responsibilities Review existing and upcoming RF technologies Implement identified technologies and measure key metrics Demonstration of how this technology will improve the Rivian user experience Work cross-functionally and collaboratively in a fast-paced team across multiple functional disciplines, including external stakeholders End of semester project review Qualifications Enrolled in a 4 year degree or post-graduate program in Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering or similar. RF radio technology knowledge, required RF antenna knowledge, required Experience with DOE, Design of Experiments, required Knowledge in lab or field experimentation of RF technologies, required Data collection and analysis experience, required Understanding of low power modes, RF simulation, understanding of technologies that may be relevant for vehicle access system is strongly preferred Must be located in Champaign, IL Must be available for 10-20 hours per week in the Fall and Spring, and 40 hours in the Summer Must be available for weekly task status update meetings, and monthly project status update calls #LI-SAI7 Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
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