Internship, Software Engineer, Linux Update Systems (Fall 2026)

Description:
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term (ending approximately December 2026 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 Update Systems teams builds and maintains the Linux services that perform the Over-the-Air (OTA) update of Tesla's vehicle and energy products spanning across both our customer and engineering fleets. In addition to infotainment and autopilot software updates, our systems orchestrate the update of a wide array of other components ranging from individual body controllers to navigation map data and video games.

We work closely with several other teams to provide a fast, flexible, and reliable update platform to ensure Tesla products can improve quickly and deliver new experiences to our customers.

Responsibilities:
Deliver high reliability C and Go code for updating firmware or software components on Linux hosts or attached peripherals
Work with a variety of teams to design, develop, and integrate new software update mechanisms and flow
Troubleshoot update issues and work closely with our validation teams to build testing infrastructure for more resilient systems
Analyze fleet update metrics to find potential issues and suggest improvements

Requirements:
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field of study with a graduation date between December 2026-2027
Must be proficient in C and Go Programming

Experience working with and writing software for embedded Linux systems; experience with software/kernel updates a plus

Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills

Experience in Python/Perl/Bash Scripting is a plus

Understanding of software code signing, authenticated encryption, or other cryptographic techniques for ensuring secure software deployment is a plus

Network programming experience with a focus on any of the following: TFTP, HTTP(s), websockets, or integrating custom TCP/IPprotocols is a plus

Experience with serial, I2C, and SPI protocols are a plus

Compensation & 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
$40.00 - $56.00 + 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.