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Internship Programs at Tesla
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Locations
Palo Alto, CA
About the Team
Tesla is on a path to build humanoid bi-pedal robots at scale. As a member of the software team, you will design and implement reliable & efficient code for classical or learned robotics, specifically applying to perception, callibration, locomotion, object manipulation and more. You will work on improving the robot’s behavior in the real world, and reflecting those capabilities in a simulation engine for evaluations and faster iterations. The code you will write will be deployed to our fleet of humanoid robots!
What You'll Do
Build, integrate, and deploy real-time state-of-the-art perception models and algorithms into existing system architecture. Develop online and offline state estimation algorithms by fusing information from cameras, IMUs, and other sensors Test and debug your solutions in realistic situations including in customer applications.Validate and document performance of algorithms and models in real and simulated environments.Design and build automatic data pipelines that create high quality, unbiased ground truth labels for neural network model training and deployment.Create robust sensor calibration routines that perform reliably in complex and unpredictable environments.
What You'll Bring
Currently working towards a BS, MS, or advanced degree in a relevant engineering program such as Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering. Graduating and/or able to join as a full-time member within 6 months of completing their academic requirements.Strong proficiency in C++ and Python.Experience with sensors, algorithms, and data structures related to localization and mapping (SLAM), obstacle avoidance, semantic segmentation and tracking, motion planning and trajectory optimization.Strong background in core robotics, including kinematic/dynamic modeling, Bayesian state estimation (e.g., MAP, MMSE, MLE), 3D reconstruction, structure-from-motion, visual odometry, visual inertial odometry, bundle adjustment.Working knowledge of Git and Linux environments.
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
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) LGBTQ+ care concierge services 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
Expected Compensation
$100,000.0 - $125,000.0/annual salary + 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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