Internship, Systems Integration Engineer, Thermal Systems (Winter/Spring 2027)

Systems Integration Engineering InternThis position is expected to start around January 2027 and continue through the entire Spring term (ending approximately May 2027 or later, if available). 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.About the team:The thermal systems software team is seeking a systems integration engineering intern who will support new development of vehicle thermal systems on all Tesla vehicles. The intern will assist with software development, integration, and validation for new vehicle features to meet Tesla's standards for safety and customer experience. Tesla thermal systems manage the temperature of critical powertrain systems like the battery, drive units, and charger.

This role will focus on heating and cooling of the powertrain and vehicle cabin to deliver peak performance and efficiency. The intern will support initiatives to improve system robustness, introduce new hardware, enable new features, and refine overall performance by reviewing source code, root causing issues, and testing prototype implementations.ResponsibilitiesAssist design and development engineers to ensure subsystems meet requirements for specific vehicle functionsSupport breakdown of feature requests into subsystem requirements and contribute to implementation and testingParticipate in validation strategy development and automated test coverage for firmware releasesCollaborate cross-functionally to understand hardware changes and support them in firmwareAnalyze data and source code to help identify and debug system-level issuesSupport manufacturing and service teams during feature rollout and issue diagnosisRequirementsCurrently pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between May 2027 - May 2028Hands-on technical experience debugging complex systems involving networked microprocessors and software-controlled electrical or electromechanical devicesProven ability to use programming to solve challenging problems and increase own/team's efficiency through automationExperience with C/C++Understanding of low voltage and high voltage circuits and how to debug themExperience with Python is preferredExperience with CAN and Vector CAN tools is preferredExperience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA) is preferredCompensation & 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 $36.06 - $58.89 + 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.