Internship, Prototype Integration Engineer, Vehicle Software (Winter/Spring 2026)

Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximately May 2026) or continuing into Summer 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so.We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time 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.

Internship Programs at Tesla

The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions that they will grow both technically and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows for the intern to experience life at Tesla by giving them ownership over projects that are critical to their team's success.

• You will own the introduction and automation of new car computer hardware for engineering

• Meet bring-up deadlines of never-before-seen products

• Update existing automation software systems to support new hardware

• Learn and understand the Tesla car computer Linux operating system

• Create and own new software systems to provide Tesla teams with working products

• Support development and validation of factory critical software systems

• Develop relationships with SW/HW engineers, Technicians and PMs to understand their needs

• Oversee the Tesla car computer prototype lab to streamline builds and bring-up

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field of study with a graduation date between 2026-2027

• Experience with bash/shell and Linux

• Experience adding to an existing codebase with at least some formal programming language (Python, Golang, C/C++, Perl,etc.)

• Basic knowledge of git and using it with an existing codebase

• Low-level programing experience to interact with hardware

• Strong communication skills

• Electrical debugging skills (using oscilloscope and multimeter)

• Computer networking experience via ethernet or other protocols

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick time after 90 days of employment 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

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.