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Internship, Embedded Systems Engineer, Vehicle & Robotics Testing (Summer 2026)

Tesla Motors, Inc.
20.00 - 55.00 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jan 12, 2026
What to Expect Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start May 2026 and continue through summer term (ending approximately August 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, 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 Tesla Electronics Test and Automation Team is looking for an amazing Embedded Systems Engineering intern who would be responsible for designing and developing test hardware, software, and technical processes. This role will work in cross-functional environments with the electronics design teams, firmware and integration teams, and manufacturing teams to come up with sophisticated automatic functional to support high-volume electronics manufacturing. What You'll Do Design and develop Automated Test Equipment for functional test of PCBA & Low Voltagemodules Createproduction test specificationsfor electronic hardware Read, interpret, and diagnose schematics, wiring diagrams, and circuits Design and implementsoftware totest the unit, and communicatewith test equipment such as power supply, signal generators, DAQ, spectrum analyzer Develop software drivers and framework to interface with PCBAs using CAN, LIN, Ethernet & USB Collaborate with cross functional teams,hardwareand software teams Support bring-up, validation, and development of new hardware and systems at suppliers Sustain existing testers at suppliers What You'll Bring Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field Experience withsoftware development, especially withPythonand Golang FamiliaritywithLinuxdistributions preferred Familiarity withPerl,Rust, or C/C++ preferred Hands-on experience debugging electronics Experience/thorough understanding with the following protocols:JTAG, SWD, SPI, UART, CAN, LIN, I2C, Ethernet Experience working on testing hardware, software, or any integration work Compensation and Benefits Benefits As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for: Medical plans > 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 (90 day waiting period) 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 Expected Compensation $20.00 - $55.00/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.