Job Description
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.
About The Team
Tesla is expanding the Infotainment Applications software team. We’re responsible for building in-car user interfaces, productivity applications (phone, calendar, browser), entertainment (media streaming and video games), autopilot visualization, and our mobile application. This team's work is front and center of Tesla’s vehicle fleet, with millions of customers around the world experiencing and interacting with their software as the primary interface to the vehicle. We are looking for highly motivated gaming students to help create, develop, and evolve Tesla’s in-vehicle customer experiences. If you’ve worked in gaming, rendering or 3D design, come join the Infotainment Team and take our products to the next level.
Location:
Palo Alto, CA
Bellevue, WA
What You'll Do Build amazing features from the ground up that users look forward to (Holiday Release, Spring Release, etc.)Design, architect, implement and debug game platform interfaces and systems in C++Rapidly prototype and own fun in-car customer experiencesWork with a cross-functional team of Software Engineers, QA, Designers, Hardware Engineers and Game DevelopersCommunicate with game development and publishing partners to to enhance user experience
What You'll Bring Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field with a gradation date between 2026 - 2027Able to relocate and work on site in Palo Alto, CAStrong proficiency in C++ Excellent grasp of fundamental computer science conceptsExperience writing and shipping customer-facing codeWillingness to learn new technologies in any area of the stackExperience using common design patterns in the software industryExperience working with multithreaded applicationsExperience building user interfaces and/or consumer facing applications is a plus
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick time after 90 days of employment 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
$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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Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Summer work, Work at office, Relocation, Flexible hours,