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Internship, Embedded Systems Software Engineer, AI Platforms (Winter/Spring 2027)
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What they do
A Platform Engineer is responsible for the development of platforms that support the needs and use cases of different engineering teams across the organization. Creates reusable tools and workflows to streamline operational needs and facilitate automation tasks, supporting scalability of DevOps practices.
$161,754 / year median in California
Job Description
Internship, Embedded Systems Software Engineer, AI Platforms (Winter/Spring 2027) Tesla Motors, Inc. 20 - 60 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Sep 03, 2026
What to Expect Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through Spring term (ending approximately May 2027) or continuing into Summer 2027 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. 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. 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 are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team's success. What You'll Do
Bring up RTOS (Real Time Operating Systems) on the next generation of embedded systems for Tesla autonomy
Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment
Develop and maintain Linux device drivers for AI interface hardware accelerators, camera capture, ISP (Image Signal Processors), GPU, Ethernet, UFS, and PCIE
Definethe hardware, software interactions for our next generation fully autonomous car platform, HumanoidRobot,andtheexpandingAIinference use-cases
Develop and bring-up the system software stack that runs on the AI platformand interacts with various sensors in the car and robot What You'll Bring
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date betweenMay 2027- December2027
Strong C/C++ programming skills
Experience working with and writing softwarefor embedded Linux systems; experience with software/kernel preferred
Experience in Python/Perl/Bash Scripting is a plus
Experience working and debugging complex, distributed software systems
Comfortable analyzing data to improve design and performance of a system
Understanding of hardware and software development processes
Experience with Ethernet or CAN communication protocols is preferred
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 - $60.00 + 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.