Guest Suite with Private Bedroom, Bathroom, & Den
Feb 1 - flex|$2,119/mo|2|2
Intern housing
Rivian intern housing in San Francisco
Rivian in other cities
- 607 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA
Rivian office
- Listings
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What housing options do interns recommend?
Homes in San Francisco that past interns gave five stars.
“Overall, I had a great stay at Laura's place. Everything was spotless and well organized, both on the second floor where I was staying and in the shared kitchen and living room. The house is lovely and had everything I needed, a dishwasher and an in-unit washer/dryer, which made day-to-day life a lot easier. The views from my unit were absolutely beautiful too. Laura is a wonderful host. She has two sweet dogs who are very well behaved, and she was thoughtful and welcoming throughout my stay. She walked me through the house rules clearly, and whenever I needed something she was happy to help, whether that meant explaining how things worked around the house or sharing tips about the city. She even baked from time to time and always offered me some, which made the place feel like home. The neighborhood is a quiet residential area and I enjoyed it a lot. It felt safe; I parked my car on the street every day and never had a problem. The location is excellent as well. I was commuting to Redwood Shores daily, and the house is close to the freeway, so the drive was easy and I skipped the traffic inside the city. If you do want to head downtown, public transport is convenient and within walking distance, there's even a bus stop right in front of the house. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about her place ( =”
ZhivarWorked at OracleSafe & Cozy Private Room – Queen Bed & Work Desk
Nov 6 - flex|$2,087/mo|4|1.5“The place was very clean and well located. And the host was quick to respond and easy to deal with.”
JacksonWorked at X2EngineBeautiful bedroom with private bath in Russian Hill flat
Mar 1 - flex|$2,675/mo|2|2“Amazing home in Russian Hill. Susan is the best.”
LilyWorked at AspiriantRenovated, quiet apartment close to transit in great neighborhood
Now - Dec 9|$3,205/mo|1|1“It was an absolute pleasure to stay at Jon's place and I would definitely be happy to go back if I do have the opportunity. Jon is an excellent host, who provides all the help you need. The location of the place is fantastic since it is close to both downtown (MUNI stop only a 5-minute walk away) and the airport as well (25 minute - 30 minutes max with Uber).”
JaechulWorked at UMass AI Security Lab
Where could I live in San Francisco?
Where the most interns lived in San Francisco, what they paid, and how the commute and the neighborhood felt.
Nob Hill
27 interns stayed here on Ohana
About $2,000 a month on Ohana, from interns’ stays in Nob Hill.
Nob Hill, perched atop one of San Francisco's famous hills, exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Known for its historic charm and breathtaking views, this iconic neighborhood boasts landmarks like Grace Cathedral, the Fairmont Hotel, and Huntington Park, which add to its grandeur.
Most company offices in San Francisco are about 15–120 minutes away by transit.
Sublets in Nob HillFrom people who stayed in Nob Hill
“Nice place and Conor was super helpful”
Cartesia
When should I start looking for intern housing in San Francisco?
The earlier someone books, the more homes they have to choose from, and the better prices go first.
June 2026: new homes vs interns searching
In January, 21 interns started looking for a June move-in, and 17 new homes were listed. By April, 304 interns started looking in a single month, against 25 new homes, about 12 interns for every new home. When demand outpaces supply, more interns compete for each home, and the best-priced homes are the first to go. Booking before that rush gets you more choice at better prices.
The advantage of looking early: Interns who started looking for a June move-in in January faced about 1.2 interns for every new home listed. Those who started in June faced about 78 interns, roughly 63 times the competition for each home. Searching early is a real advantage: more homes to choose from, fewer people competing for each one, and the best-priced homes are still open.
| Month | New homes listed | Interns searching | Interns per new home |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | 17 | 21 | 1.2 |
| February 2026 | 12 | 43 | 3.6 |
| March 2026 | 47 | 102 | 2.2 |
| April 2026 | 25 | 304 | 12 |
| May 2026 | 16 | 268 | 17 |
| June 2026 | 2 | 155 | 78 |
Only June 2026 move-ins are counted. New homes are listings that could cover a June move-in, counted in the month they were first published. Interns searching are people looking for a June move-in on Ohana, counted once, in the month they first searched or messaged a host.
What do interns pay for housing in San Francisco?
A city-level picture from Ohana, so it stays the same for every company.
Typical budget
$2,100 a month
Interns on Ohana in San Francisco typically pay about $2,100 a month, usually somewhere between $1,800 and $2,450. The same figure applies to every company in the city.
Roommates
Usually 4 roommates
Most of these interns in San Francisco rent a room and share with 4 roommates.
When people book
About two months before
The typical intern on Ohana in San Francisco books about two months before move-in. Booking earlier is an advantage: more homes are still open, and the better prices go first.
What interns usually pay for a private room, a studio, or a one-bedroom
| Type of home | Typical monthly rent | Usual range | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private room | $1,700 | $1,350 to $2,100 | 189 stays on Ohana |
| Studio | $2,700 | $2,250 to $3,200 | 13 stays on Ohana |
| One-bedroom | $3,600 | $2,750 to $3,900 | 41 stays on Ohana |
Monthly rent including Ohana’s service fee, for booked stays moving in during 2025 and 2026. The typical figure is the median; the usual range is the middle half of stays. Where there aren’t enough intern-only stays of every type, the table uses everyone who booked on Ohana in the city.
How do Rivian interns find a place in San Francisco?
A summer internship is a fixed set of dates, not a year-long lease. The interns who settle in calmly are the ones who match housing to those dates, pick a neighborhood they can commute from, and book while there are still homes to choose from. On Ohana, Rivian interns rent furnished rooms and apartments from people who already live in San Francisco, for the months of the program rather than a hotel rate.
When should I pin down the dates?
Internship offers often name a season first and the real start and end dates later. Rivian interns get those two dates in writing, then look for a stay that covers them with a day or two on either side. Arriving before the first morning leaves time to unpack and ride the commute once with no clock running. Leaving a day after the last day avoids a same-day move. If the program shifts the dates, change the stay then, while the listing is still yours.
What does a furnished stay in San Francisco include?
Interns on Ohana in San Francisco typically pay about $2,100 a month, usually somewhere between $1,800 and $2,450. The same figure applies to every company in the city. A typical budget here is $2,100 a month. Most of these interns in San Francisco rent a room and share with 4 roommates. Most intern stays are usually 4 roommates. Furnished means the apartment already has a bed, a kitchen, and the basics, so what you bring is clothes, work clothes for the office, and a light layer for air conditioning on the subway. You are not shipping furniture for a season.
How much do interns pay for a private room, a studio, or a one-bedroom in San Francisco?
Typical monthly rent in San Francisco, from people who booked on Ohana for 2025 and 2026 stays: private room: about $1,700 a month (usually $1,350 to $2,100); studio: about $2,700 a month (usually $2,250 to $3,200); one-bedroom: about $3,600 a month (usually $2,750 to $3,900). A private room in a shared home is the least expensive option. A studio or one-bedroom costs more, for a place to yourself.
Where should I live for an easy commute?
Rivian in San Francisco works from 607 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA. The neighborhoods on this page are the short commutes from that office, and the ones where interns actually stayed last summer. Pick one you can reach the office from without thinking about the transfer on the first morning. Set up subway or transit payment before you travel, ride the route once on the weekend, and leave extra time on day one.
Why book intern housing early?
The typical intern on Ohana in San Francisco books about two months before move-in. Booking earlier is an advantage: more homes are still open, and the better prices go first. Interns who started looking for a June move-in in January faced about 1.2 interns for every new home listed. Those who started in June faced about 78 interns, roughly 63 times the competition for each home. Searching early is a real advantage: more homes to choose from, fewer people competing for each one, and the best-priced homes are still open. The chart and table on this page show that pattern for San Francisco, month by month: new homes that can cover a summer move-in arrive at a steady pace, while the number of interns starting a search climbs into the spring. Interns who look early have more homes to choose from, fewer people competing for each one, and first pick of the better-priced places.