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Internship, Software QA Engineer, Vehicle Software (Winter/Spring 2027)

Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$42–$58/hrInternship

About the role

The position is expected to start around January or February 2027 and continue through the entire Spring term (ending approximately May 2027 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships.

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed test plans to validate Tesla’s User Interface software and enhance vehicle testing strategies
  • Design and implement test scripts to automate User Interface workflows
  • Build frameworks to optimize automation pipelines and integrate results into daily/weekly reporting
  • Validate vehicle functionality and ensure seamless integration of software updates
  • Investigate field-reported issues, collaborate with internal Software QA Engineers, and perform root-cause analysis
  • Execute functional and regression testing for release validation and triage results

Requirements

We are looking 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.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Degree in Computer Science or a related field with a gradation date between 2027 - 2028
  • Experience in software testing, automation scripting (Python, C++, or similar), and test framework design preferred
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) preferred
  • Passion for problem-solving, electric vehicles, and delivering exceptional user experiences

Skills

  • Excellent software testing skills
  • Strong automation scripting knowledge

Benefits

  • Medical plans
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution
  • 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 $42.00 - $58.00/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.

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