Internship, Software Engineer, Service Engineering (Summer 2026)

What to Expect

This position is expected to begin around May 2026 and continue through August/September. Internships at Tesla are generally full-time, onsite roles that last a minimum of 12 weeks.

International Students: If your work authorization is via CPT, consult your school regarding your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week onsite. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

About the Team

Service Engineering is responsible for real-time diagnostic support for the service network (the field), development and improvement of diagnostic tools and procedures, and feedback of top field issues to our development teams to improve current and future products. Tesla isseeking an intern that is passionate about the product, a strong critical thinker, and capable of understanding technical system-level architecture and issues.

What You'll Do Your application will be considered for the teams listed below that all fall under Service Engineering.

AutomatedDiagnostics: Committed to building out the capabilities for quickly and accurately diagnosing vehicle issues remotely with limited customer interaction. Our team owns the entire customer experience, from the entry point in the Tesla App to the providing solutions for self-service or automating service appointments technicians when a repair is necessary.

Onboard Diagnostics: Focuses on diagnostic and repair firmware that runs on the vehicle. We are responsible for accelerating the speed and reliability of vehicle side diagnostics for Tesla service centers and third parties.

Toolbox: Responsible for developing and maintaining the primary diagnostic and repair platform used by technicians in Tesla Service Centers, independent repair shops, and even by vehicle owners at home. Our goal is to create intuitive, user-friendly tools that streamline the diagnostic and repair process, reducing the time and complexity associated with vehicle maintenance. We continuously innovate and improve Toolbox to ensure it remains a cutting-edge solution for servicing Tesla vehicles.

What You'll Bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering , Computer Science, or a related field with a graduation date between August 2026 - August 2027
• Software development experience
• Experience in software testing and automation scripting
• Strong proficiency with Python and JavaScript. C++, Rust, and Go are all a plus
• Comfortable with Linux environments and system administration
• Hands on experience with vehicles or other hardware projects; prior experience in Formula SAE or experience working on personal cars is a plus
• Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills
• A passion for troubleshooting failures, improving code quality, and optimizing system efficiency,monitoring and observability

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 $48.12 - $56.12/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.