What To Expect
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This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term (ending approximately December 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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Internship Program at Tesla
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 provide an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success.
The Energy Battery Firmware team works on low-level safety critical battery management and charging software. This role entails developing low level firmware and validation platform infrastructure for our world class Energy product software and firmware, ranging from design, implementation, through validation and ongoing fleet improvements. Opportunities range from low-latency C/Rust drivers and algorithms all the way up to high level C++ controls logic and Python SIL testing infrastructure.
Location: Palo Alto, CA
What You'll Do
Develop, enhance and debug new and existing real-time software in C, Rust and C++ in embedded RTOS environmentsWork with hardware to bring up new embedded platforms from scratchAssist in tool development for testing and system integrationSpecify, design, and implement functionality and behaviors of embedded subsystemsEngage in cross-functional collaborations with electrical and software teamsUnderstand and debug interfaces/interactions required for successful implementation of product-level features
What You'll Bring
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related fieldProficiency in C and/or Rust, and C++Some background in embedded firmware systems developmentStrong fundamentals in computer or electrical engineeringExceptional capacity for managing simultaneous activities and challenges
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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