What to Expect
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start around January 2027 and continue through the entire Spring term (ending approximately May 2027 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.
International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.
About the Team:
The team serves as a bridge between Vehicle software and the manufacturing environment. The team works globally and cross functionally towards supporting manufacturing with various KPIs, designing solutions to increase efficiency, improving validation of software before it’s integrated into manufacturing, and launching exciting new products and features. The Factory Firmware Team is the eyes and ears of the Vehicle Software organization within the factory and often have the last say on the integration of new software to manufacturing – providing valuable insight and feedback to accelerate development of new software features.
This role will focus on Improvements to the vehicle testing and diagnostic systems used in the factory. This includes new features to speed up diagnosis and repairs, improvements to the scalability of our systems, and support for upcoming new products. It will involve software development, debugging of escalations, and spending time learning from repair technicians who are actually doing the repairs. An ideal candidate has a combination of a strong software background, a familiarity with electrical systems, and is comfortable communicating with people in both technical and non-technical roles.
What You'll Do
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Design and implement improvements to our vehicle testing and diagnostic systems
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Triage and debug escalations from internal teams that rely on the systems we own
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Design features to optimize manufacturing operations for rate, quality, safety, and efficiency
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Understand and debug hardware and software interactions during design, launch, and deployment of products or features
What You'll Bring
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Currently pursuing a degree in Computer science, Mechatronics, Electrical, Computer, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between May 2027 - May 2028
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Experience with hands-on debugging complex subsystems involving software-controlled electrical or electromechanical devices
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Proficiency in Python
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Experience with deploying code to production
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Experience developing/integrating multiple software systems
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First-principles approach to unfamiliar problems and system design
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Excitement to learn new technologies in any area of the stack
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Ability to prioritize and split time between multiple large-scale projects
Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$42.07 - $58.89 + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.