Internship, AI Hardware Signal & Power Integrity Engineer, AI Hardware (Winter/Spring 2027)

Tesla InternshipThis position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through Spring term (ending approximately April 2026). 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.The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team's success.Multiple Locations Possible: Palo Alto, CA; Austin, TXResponsibilitiesDesign SOC package, PCB and system with optimized power integrity and signal integrityWork with cross functional team and vendors on high-speed interconnect design, including advanced packaging, connector, socket, cable, etc.Work with silicon, package and PCB physical design team on high-speed interfaces and power integrity layout optimizationWork with power supply design engineers and vendors to bring up power delivery network and characterize the electrical performanceDevelop and execute test plans to validate system level and component level signal and power integrity, including interconnect channel measurement, SerDes validation/equalization optimization, DDR shmoo validation, noise droop measurement, etc.RequirementsCurrently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field within a graduation date of May 2027 - December 2027Solid understanding of system and package level SI and PI, electromagnetic theoryPrior design and SI/PI modeling experience with high-speed serial interfaces, memory interfaces, and power integrity analysisFamiliar with lab equipment, such as oscilloscope, VNA, BERT scope, etc.Experience with lab correlation and validation of simulation resultsFamiliar with power supply circuit design and validation is a plusStrong hands-on skills in data analysis, debugging and lab measurementScripting in MATLAB or Python is a plusSerDes/DDR IO circuit design and validation is a plusCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAs a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $20.00 - $65.00 + benefitsPay 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.