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Motor Winder positions in the United States are available to exchange visitors through J-1 Trainee sponsorship, connecting skilled electrical and electromechanical professionals with host employers in manufacturing and industrial services. Qualifying candidates work with a State Department-designated sponsor organization to secure DS-2019 documentation and structured training plan approval before starting work.
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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
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 December 2026 through May 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.
In this role, you will assist the Electric Power Conversion (EPC) team in developing and validating motor control algorithms. This entails using Model-Based Design to simulate motor behavior, and then utilizing Python and SQL within our cloud data platform to analyze how these algorithms perform in the field.
Responsibilities:
- Develop motor control logic in Matlab/Simulink while simultaneously building Python/SQL scripts in Databricks.
- Create a unified workflow where simulation results are compared directly against fleet data.
- Run test cases on Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) benches to verify performance.
- Document and present root-cause findings to the EPC team.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be currently pursuing a PhD degree at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign.
- Actively pursuing a degree or one closely related in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong proficiency in Matlab/Simulink for control logic development.
- Core understanding of AC motor theory and 3-phase power electronics.
- Solid programming foundations in C and Python.
- Prior experience in the EV industry or with high-voltage laboratory equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of SQL and cloud-based data analysis preferred.
- Understanding of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) principles is a plus.
PAY DISCLOSURE:
The salary range for this role is $25.00-40.00 per hour for Illinois based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and medical insurance benefits. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.
You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than 4/10/2026.
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.
CANDIDATE DATA PRIVACY
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
About us:
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
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 December 2026 through May 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.
In this role, you will assist the Electric Power Conversion (EPC) team in developing and validating motor control algorithms. This entails using Model-Based Design to simulate motor behavior, and then utilizing Python and SQL within our cloud data platform to analyze how these algorithms perform in the field.
Responsibilities:
- Develop motor control logic in Matlab/Simulink while simultaneously building Python/SQL scripts in Databricks.
- Create a unified workflow where simulation results are compared directly against fleet data.
- Run test cases on Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) benches to verify performance.
- Document and present root-cause findings to the EPC team.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be currently pursuing a PhD degree at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign.
- Actively pursuing a degree or one closely related in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong proficiency in Matlab/Simulink for control logic development.
- Core understanding of AC motor theory and 3-phase power electronics.
- Solid programming foundations in C and Python.
- Prior experience in the EV industry or with high-voltage laboratory equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of SQL and cloud-based data analysis preferred.
- Understanding of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) principles is a plus.
PAY DISCLOSURE:
The salary range for this role is $25.00-40.00 per hour for Illinois based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and medical insurance benefits. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.
You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than 4/10/2026.
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.
CANDIDATE DATA PRIVACY
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Motor Winder
Document your winding and electromechanical credentials precisely
Gather certificates, vocational transcripts, and employment records that demonstrate hands-on experience with coil winding, insulation, and motor testing. Designated sponsors evaluate your training plan against your existing credentials, so gaps in documentation can delay DS-2019 issuance.
Target manufacturers with active J-1 Trainee host agreements
Search for Motor Winder openings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles at U.S. employers already set up to host J-1 Trainees. Host employers without an existing designated sponsor relationship face longer setup timelines before your training program can begin.
Verify your role matches the Trainee category requirements
The J-1 Trainee category requires a degree or professional certificate plus at least one year of relevant experience outside the U.S., or five years of relevant work experience. Confirm your motor winding background meets this threshold before approaching a designated sponsor.
Confirm your host employer will co-sign the training plan
The DS-7002 training plan must be signed by both your host employer and the designated sponsor organization. Ask prospective employers early whether they're willing to document your winding duties, supervision schedule, and skill benchmarks in that form.
Check whether the two-year home residency requirement applies to you
Certain Motor Winder applicants whose home country governments or a U.S. government agency funded their exchange may face the two-year home residency requirement before changing to another visa status. Review your DS-2019 and confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting a long-term offer.
Align your training duration with realistic sponsorship timelines
J-1 Trainee programs in industrial and mechanical fields can run up to 18 months. Factor in the time your designated sponsor needs to review and issue the DS-2019, typically several weeks after the host employer submits a complete training plan.
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Find Motor Winder JobsMotor Winder J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Motor Winder role?
Motor Winder positions typically fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which is designed for foreign nationals who have a relevant degree plus at least one year of professional experience, or five years of work experience in electrical, electromechanical, or industrial fields. The Intern category applies only to currently enrolled students completing a program directly related to their coursework, which rarely fits a hands-on winding trade role.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Motor Winder position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the hiring employer. The employer functions as your host, providing the worksite and supervising your training. The designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form, approves the training plan, and monitors your exchange program compliance throughout your stay.
How can I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Motor Winder trainees?
Migrate Mate lets you filter roles by visa category and job type, making it straightforward to identify Motor Winder openings at host employers already familiar with the J-1 Trainee process. Targeting employers with prior hosting experience saves significant time because they already understand the DS-7002 training plan requirements and have established relationships with designated sponsor organizations.
What does the training plan need to include for a Motor Winder J-1 application?
The DS-7002 training plan must outline specific phases of your program, including coil winding techniques, insulation application, motor testing procedures, and quality inspection tasks. Each phase should list learning objectives, supervision methods, and a timeline. Both the host employer and the designated sponsor must sign the plan before the DS-2019 can be issued.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Motor Winder J-1 participants?
It depends on your country of nationality and your funding source. If your home country government, the U.S. government, or certain international programs funded your exchange, you may be required to return home for two years before applying for an H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visa. Your designated sponsor can confirm whether this requirement appears on your DS-2019 and advise on waiver options if it applies.
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