Cybersecurity Summer 2026 Intern
Rivian
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Job Description
About Rivian
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.
Role Summary
Internship Term: Summer 2026
This is a bucket application, and is not an official opening. Your application can be considered for Rivian’s 2026 internship programs. If you are selected, you will receive communication with specific responsibilities and qualifications for the role you are being considered for.
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 2026 through Spring 2028. Rivian's Internship Program requires active student enrollment. Information regarding your expected degree completion date is collected solely to verify eligibility and determine your availability for future full-time opportunities. Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and does not use graduation dates to determine the age of applicants or as a basis for discriminatory hiring decisions.
If you are not pursuing a degree, please see our full time positions on our Rivian careers site.
Note that if your university has specific requirements for internship programs, it is your responsibility to fulfill those requirements.
Responsibilities
Applying to this opening will place you into consideration for Rivian’s 2026 summer internship program. Teams your application can be considered for include:
- Cybersecurity Risk and Analysis
- Cybersecurity Engineering
- Cybersecurity Automation
Qualifications
- Must be currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree at an accredited university
- Actively pursuing a degree or one closely related in computer science or similar.
- Understanding of software engineering concepts and theory.
- Direct exposure to 1 or more programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Node, Go, Java, C++, Bash, PowerShell).
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, OSI model).
- Fundamental Cybersecurity knowledge and Technical Skills such as Cloud Security, Application Security, or Network Security.
Key skills/competency
- Cybersecurity
- Software Engineering
- Programming Languages
- Scripting Languages
- Networking Fundamentals
- Cloud Security
- Application Security
- Network Security
- Risk Analysis
- Automation
How to Get Hired at Rivian
- Research Rivian's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume for Rivian: Highlight relevant projects, coursework, and technical skills like Python, Java, and cybersecurity fundamentals.
- Showcase your passion for EVs: Demonstrate genuine interest in Rivian's mission and electric adventure vehicles.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Brush up on software engineering, networking, and specific cybersecurity concepts.
- Network effectively: Connect with Rivian employees on LinkedIn to gain insights and express your interest.
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