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.
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The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success.
About The Team
Tesla’s Energy Software team is looking for amazing interns who are passionate about driving the world’s transition to a sustainable future! We are hiring highly motivated candidates for the position of Technical Program Manager (TPM) Intern. Internship roles in our teams provide significant independence and ownership of projects, while still providing excellent mentorship and guidance.
As a TPM intern, you’ll be responsible for end-to-end launch coordination of Tesla’s over-the-air (OTA) software releases, ensuring the execution of smooth, on-time, and quick turnaround software releases. In this role, you will support and work closely with the software release management team, and cross functional software engineering teams.
What You'll Do
Schedule and communicate software release target timelines to stakeholders Manage and communicate scope, schedule, and launch changes smoothly while ensuring continuous communication to leadership and stakeholders Manage and Coordinate end-to-end the software release sign-off process ensuring on-time software launches
What You'll Bring
Currently pursuing a degree in STEM, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fieldPrior experience in technical program management (TPM/EPM), software release management, managing consumer electronics software programs is ideal Ability to work with agility in a fast-paced environment while managing conflicting priorities and achieving tight launch schedules Excellent written & verbal communication skills Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail Prior experience with software development and program management tools (Ex: JIRA, GIT/Stash, Confluence) is preferred but not required
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
$20.00 - $50.00/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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