Internship, Software Engineer, Factory Software (Winter / Spring 2026)

What to Expect

Consider before submitting an application :

This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter / Spring term (ending approximately May 2026) or continuing into Summer 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time 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 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 andsolutions. This includes getting immersed in defining and implementing automation system processes flows
• Respond to and handle manufacturing processchange requests promptly
• Build tools, test-automation, and documentation
• Inspectand analyze various network protocols deployed in automation systems
• Implement, deploy, maintain, and quickly adjust automation backend applications
• Define an architecture for fault-tolerant,distributed, and adaptive automation applications

What You'll Bring

Compensation and Benefits Benefits

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for :

2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

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.