ATLANTA, December 18, 2025 — Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) and Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC) today announced a new partnership to support the development of highly trained automotive service professionals in Georgia, stimulating the growth of well paying jobs and boosting economic opportunity for students.
Launching in early 2026, the Rivian Technical Trades Program will support the training and development of qualified entry-level technicians for Rivian's service and repair facilities. The college will integrate exclusive Rivian learning modules into its Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standard accredited curriculum, granting students access to Rivian's internal learning network, specific operational theory, and physical workbooks.
"We are excited to formally launch the Rivian Technical Trades Program with an incredible institution like Georgia Piedmont Technical College," said Rivian Chief People Officer Scott Griffin. "Access to the best talent was a critical factor in our decision to build our next manufacturing facility in Georgia, and this is an important step in building a workforce pipeline that will serve Georgia's advanced technology economy for years to come."
"At the heart of this partnership are the students. Rivian's investment gives them access to advanced training, industry expertise, and a clear pathway into high-demand careers. That kind of opportunity changes lives. It strengthens families, lifts up our communities and ensures that the next generation of Georgia's workforce will be skilled and ready to lead," said Georgia Piedmont Technical College President Dr. Tavarez Holston. "We are grateful for the role Restoration Storehouse Center in Conyers will play in the development of our Electric Vehicle Technician program, and for the vision and support of the Conyers Rockdale Economic Development Council, which helped conceptualize, develop and fund this work. This collaborative spirit is what drives this true transformative progress in our region."
In addition to materials, Rivian will provide specialized technical training for the college's instructors at a Rivian facility free of charge, allowing them to observe and participate in Rivian's own training modules. As part of the agreement, GPTC and Rivian will investigate developing an internship program, aiming to create a bridge between the classroom and potential careers in the electric vehicle sector.
Rivian intends to build its next manufacturing home in Stanton Springs North near Social Circle, Georgia, with plans to create 7,500 jobs by 2030 in addition to 2,000 construction jobs. With a suite of high performance, all-electric vehicles designed, engineered, and assembled in the United States, Rivian seeks to bolster American dominance in automotive and advanced technologies, helping to maintain the country's global leadership and economic competitiveness.
In mid-2025, Rivian announced the establishment of its East Coast Headquarters in Midtown Atlanta with plans to employ up to 500 individuals at the Beltline location. Rivian continues to invest deeply in the Georgia community, establishing strong relationships with the state's key institutions, community organizations, businesses and people.
About Rivian:
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) is an American automotive technology company that develops and builds category-defining electric vehicles as well as vertically integrated technologies and services. Through innovation across its electrical architecture, end-to-end software, autonomous driving platform, artificial intelligence and propulsion, the company creates vehicles that excel at work and play while accelerating the global transition to zero-emission transportation and energy. Rivian vehicles are manufactured in the United States and are sold directly to consumer and commercial customers. Whether taking families on new adventures or electrifying fleets at scale, Rivian vehicles all share a common goal — preserving the natural world for generations to come.
Learn more about the company, products and careers at www.rivian.com.
About Georgia Piedmont Technical College:
Established in 1961, Georgia Piedmont Technical College is a student-centered institution that prepares individuals with the skills to succeed in a rapidly changing economy. For the 2023 academic year, GPTC reported an approximate 99 percent job placement rate, according to the Technical College System of Georgia. The college's Adult Education program—offering high school diploma options, equivalency test preparation, and English as a Second Language classes—is one of the largest in the state. GPTC serves DeKalb, Newton and Rockdale counties with multiple learning centers and offers customized workforce training through its Economic Development and Continuing Education division. Learn more at gptc.edu.
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