Overview
On Site
USD 40.10 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Spring Framework
Employment Authorization
Embedded Software
Adobe AIR
Innovation
Microsoft Excel
Software Architecture
Firmware
Dynamics
Code Optimization
Optimization
Product Requirements
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
C
Python
Fluency
Software Design
Real-time
Operating Systems
Embedded Systems
Microprocessor
Testing
Debugging
Computer Hardware
Algorithms
Electrical Engineering
Circuit Analysis
Systems Analysis/design
Collaboration
PPO
Payroll
Health Care
FSA
Finance
Legal
Insurance
Job Details
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start around August or September 2025 and continue through the Fall term (ending approximately December 2025) or continuing into Winter/Spring 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. entry level candidates 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.
About the Team:
As a member of the Chassis Systems Software team, you will participate in the development of high-quality embedded software for the Tesla air suspension and adaptive damping system that enhances the vehicle ride comfort, handling, and off-roading capabilities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will develop reliable and maintainable code to ensure seamless integration with production and service. A passion for innovation, coupled with strong expertise in embedded systems, real-time development, and automotive control strategies, is essential for individuals aiming to excel within our dynamic team.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
This position is expected to start around August or September 2025 and continue through the Fall term (ending approximately December 2025) or continuing into Winter/Spring 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. entry level candidates 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.
About the Team:
As a member of the Chassis Systems Software team, you will participate in the development of high-quality embedded software for the Tesla air suspension and adaptive damping system that enhances the vehicle ride comfort, handling, and off-roading capabilities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will develop reliable and maintainable code to ensure seamless integration with production and service. A passion for innovation, coupled with strong expertise in embedded systems, real-time development, and automotive control strategies, is essential for individuals aiming to excel within our dynamic team.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment
- Specify, design, and implement functionality and behaviors of embedded subsystems
- Design the software architecture and firmware implementation on hardware through integration and testing
- Work with Vehicle Dynamics Engineers to ensure sensing, actuation, and controls implementation can deliver the desired vehicle dynamics attributes
- Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging and code optimization
- Develop unit and component level tests to ensure proper functionality
- Make performance and optimization trade-offs to meet product requirements
Requirements
- Pursing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Systems, or a related field with a graduation date between December 2025 - Decmeber 2026
- Proficiency in C, comprehension of Python
- Fluent in software fundamentals, including software design and maintainability
- Experience with real-time operating system development
- Experience with embedded microprocessor tools
- Experience with testing, debugging, and working directly with hardware
- Experience with controls software and algorithm development
- Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design
- Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts
Compensation and Benefits
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
$40.10 - $56.13 + 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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