Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Platforms; Fall

What To Expect

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

As a member of the firmware platforms team, you will be responsible for delivering high quality embedded code running on the processors at the heart of Tesla vehicles, energy systems, and robotics. Join a team of deeply knowledgeable engineers that strive to build the most robust and reliable embedded systems using cutting‑edge software development tools and practices. You will solve some of the most challenging problems in the embedded software space and change the way the world produces electric vehicles and delivers energy.

• Deliver high‑quality C code in a real‑time embedded environment
• Specify, design, and implement functionality and behaviors of embedded subsystems
• Design the software architecture and firmware implementation on hardware through integration, test, and high‑volume manufacturing
• Hands‑on hardware bring‑up, system debugging, and code optimization
• Make performance and optimization trade‑offs to meet product requirements

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Computer Science or related field with a graduation date between
• The ideal candidate has experience writing firmware in both a bare‑metal and RTOS context
• Experience in embedded development in robotics, real‑time controls, or system software is a plus
• Strong software fundamentals including software design and maintainability
• Experience with embedded microprocessor tools like debuggers and logic analyzers
• Test‑driven development and familiarity with developer‑driven automated testing
• Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts

• Medical plans with zero payroll deduction
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with zero 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

$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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