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UIUC Research Park Intern - Mechanical Modeling

Rivian

Location

Champaign, IL

Type

Internship

Posted

7/29/2026

Compensation

$25.00 - $40.00 per hour

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H-1B FY202697.5% approval+60% YoY
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Job description

The internship at Rivian focuses on collaborating with the Electrical Hardware team to perform mechanical design using CAD tools. Interns will engage in mechanical modeling to ensure designs are reliable and manufacturable. This role is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. Interns will gain hands-on experience while contributing to innovative projects that align with Rivian's mission of sustainability and adventure.

Requirements

  • Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign.
  • Actively pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) using Ansys mechanical, Abquas, or similar.
  • CAD design experience using Catia, Solidworks, or similar.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Create detailed CAD drawings using Solidworks, Catia, or Creo.
  • Collaborate with engineers to develop innovative designs that meet project specifications.
  • Use software tools for modeling and visualization of designs.
  • Assemble components and create accurate schematics for various systems.
  • Engage in system design processes, ensuring all components fit together seamlessly.
  • Write scripts using Perl, Python, tcl, Cadence SKILL, and C++ for mechanical simulation.

Benefits

  • Employees at Rivian are often offered comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, ESPP and potential RSU grants, performance bonuses, and generous time off including paid parental and sick leave. Perks can include 24/7 mental-health coaching and therapy, Hinge Health for Anthem enrollees, tuition assistance and professional development, plus on-site food and a wide range of employee discounts on items like computers, mobile phones, home loans, and pet care.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Rivian Automotive Llc

As of Jul 17, 2026

Initial approvals

101

FY2026

Approval rate

97.5%

FY2026

LCA certified

258

FY2026

Entry-level share

3.9%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+60%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-42%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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