Job Description
What To Expect
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 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.
About the team:
The Simulation Platform team is a critical component of our vehicle firmware development process, supporting all current and future vehicle programs. Our team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining simulation tooling that enables efficient and reliable testing and validation of vehicle firmware. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to tackle complex problems in distributed software and contribute to the development of cutting-edge simulation technologies.
What You'll Do Development of backend infrastructure services in Rust Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of simulation tooling for vehicle firmware testing and validation Architecture and development of software for big data synchronization, storage and retrieval Develop automated tests to ensure high-quality software releases and accurate functionality Work closely with the engineering teams, the users of these applications
What You'll Bring Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between May 2026 – May 2027 Strong knowledge and experience in Rust, and familiarity with async Rust is nice to have Experience with Linux Operating System internals Nice to have Python and embedded C/C++ experience Nice to have Kubernetes or Docker containers experience Knowledge of version control (Git) Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills Experience working in a fast-paced environment on several different simultaneous projects
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) 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
$36.06 - $56.13/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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Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Summer work, Flexible hours,