Mobile Applications Engineering Intern – Mobile Development

Job in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94306, USA

Listing for: Tesla

Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-06-03

Job specializations:

Software Development
App Developer - Mobile/Web, iOS Developer

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40 - 56 USD Hourly USD 40.00 56.00 HOUR

Internship, Android Engineer, Mobile Software (Fall 2026) | Tesla

This is an internship at Tesla, located in Palo Alto, CA. Tesla designs and manufactures electric vehicles, battery energy storage, solar panels, and related products for a global market. This role contributes to the core mobile application, supporting critical features that enhance the user experience and interaction with Tesla products. Interns are given ownership over projects essential to their team’s success, fostering technical and personal growth within the company.

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Role:
Internship
Type:
Full-time
Location:

In‑person, Palo Alto, CA
Pay: $40.00 – $56.00 hourly
Team:
Mobile Applications Engineering team
Mission:
Develop and maintain features for Tesla’s best‑in‑class mobile application, including functionalities like smart summon, climate controls, keyless entry, and sentry mode.
Tech Stack:
Swift, Kotlin, Typescript, Android, iOS, React/React Native

What You’ll Actually Do

Design mobile user experiences for the Tesla application.
Code mobile user experiences to implement new features and improvements.
Maintain existing mobile user experiences, ensuring their ongoing functionality.
Optimize code for enhanced performance, stability, and maintainability.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including hardware engineers, application/UI software engineers, QA/Validation specialists, and designers.

Must‑Haves

Background:
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field, with an expected graduation date between 2026 and 2027.
Experience:

Familiarity with programming languages such as Swift, Kotlin, or Typescript, and experience with Android and/or iOS development.
Skills:

Excellent understanding of fundamental computer science concepts, proficiency in solving complex technical problems, and experience using common design patterns with high standards for code quality, maintainability, and performance.
Bonus:
Experience with React/React Native and Kotlin is preferred.

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