What To Expect
Consider before submitting an application:  

This position is expected to start May 2026 and continue through summer term (ending approximately August 2026 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.

Location: Palo Alto, CA, Austin, TX

About The Team
As a member of the system software team, you will be responsible for delivering high quality embedded code enhancing the touch input experience on the Tesla infotainment system. Join a team of deeply knowledgeable engineers that strive to build the most robust and reliable software platform using cutting-edge software development tools and practices. You will solve some of the most challenging problems in the system software space and change the way the world produces electric vehicles and delivers energy.

What You'll Do

Improve 3D graphics performance across the stack, ensuring a responsive and seamless infotainment user experience

Integrate tooling to identify optimization opportunities in our system

Deliver high-quality code and configurations in an embedded Linux software and build environment

Identify and improve existing systems incrementally while maximizing impact and return on investment

What You'll Bring

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field with a graduation date between 2026 – 2027

Experience with C/C++ languages and Linux environment

Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and adapt to new languages, frameworks, tools, and technologies without limitations

Proficient in independently navigating and analyzing source code across diverse languages to answer complex technical questions

Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability

Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts

Benefits
Compensation and 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

$40.00 - $56.00/hour + 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.

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