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Internship, Software Engineer, IT Apps (Fall 2026)

Tesla · Fremont, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$40–$56/hrInternship

About the role

This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through summer 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. 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.

Responsibilities

  • Interface with controls engineers and operators to build the most effective automation systems and solutions.
  • This includes getting immersed in defining and implementing automation system processes flows.
  • Respond to and handle manufacturing process change requests promptly.
  • Build tools, test-automation, and documentation.
  • Inspect and analyze various network protocols deployed in automation systems.
  • Implement, deploy, maintain, and quickly adjust automation backend applications.
  • Define an architecture for fault-tolerant, distributed, and adaptive automation applications.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field with a graduation date between December 2026 - December 2027.
  • Able to relocate and work onsite in Fremont, CA.
  • Proficiency in Go, TCP/IP, Networking Programming, and related technologies.
  • Knowledge of distributed computing and data storage systems.
  • Demonstrated experience with building solid, testable, and maintainable clean code.
  • Proficiency working in a high-impact, responsive, and collaborative team environment - Smart but humble, with a bias for action.
  • Experience with front-end browser app development.
  • Golang, Python, Kubernetes, and general UNIX admin proficiency.
  • Understanding of queues and stream processing.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site.
  • Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

Skills

  • Technical curiosity and excitement about making an impact to one of Tesla’s core businesses.

Benefits

  • Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • 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
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • 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

Pay

Expected Compensation $40.00 - $56.00/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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