Internship, Software Engineer, Factory Software (Summer 2026)
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. 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 Programs at Tesla The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions that they will grow both technically and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows for the intern to experience life at Tesla by giving them ownership over projects that are critical to their team’s success. About The Team
Prototypes are easy, manufacturing is hard. Manufacturing software is one of the most critical and innovative areas to work in at Tesla. We continuously rethink and improve how manufacturing processes are performed in a pragmatic & efficient way. The Factory Software team is responsible for building infrastructure solutions that allow the company to redefine manufacturing and production. Our stack is built on top of Kubernetes, Kafka, React, Go, and other related platforms. We’re looking for an experienced Software Developer Intern to join our fast-paced and collaborative environment. An ideal candidate is technically curious and excited about making an impact to one of Tesla’s core businesses. What You'll Do 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 flowsRespond to and handle manufacturing process change requests promptly Build tools, test-automation, and documentationInspect and analyze various network protocols deployed in automation systemsImplement, deploy, maintain, and quickly adjust automation backend applicationsDefine an architecture for fault-tolerant, distributed, and adaptive automation applications What You'll Bring Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field with a graduation date between 2026 - 2027Able to relocate and work onsite in Fremont, CAProficiency in Go, TCP/IP, Networking Programming, and related technologiesKnowledge of distributed computing and data storage systemsDemonstrated experience with building solid, testable, and maintainable clean codeProficiency working in a high-impact, responsive, and collaborative team environment - Smart but humble, with a bias for actionExperience with front-end browser app developmentGolang, Python, Kubernetes, and general UNIX admin proficiencyUnderstanding of queues and stream processing Benefits
Compensation and 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 $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. , Tesla
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