Internship, Frontend Engineer, Applications Engineering (Fall 2025)

What To Expect
Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start around September 2025 and continue through the Fall term (approximately December 2025) or into Spring 2025 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. to experience life at Tesla by giving them ownership over projects that are critical to their team’s success.

About The Team
Tesla is seeking passionate software engineering students who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to apply CS concepts to real world projects. Our Software Engineering teams are responsible for many of Tesla’s innovations.

Locations: Austin, TX; Bellevue, WA; Fremont, CA

What You'll Do
Qualified applicants may be screened by one of the following:

Applications Engineering: We are currently looking for an intern to help architect, build, manage and operate the infrastructure & applications for Tesla’s Engineering teams. In this role, you will plan, design, implement, as well as, manage ongoing Infrastructure components that power the development of Tesla’s Vehicles and technologies.

Business Ops & Infrastructure: The Infrastructure Engineering team designs and implements a diverse set of services and tools that power our internal software and processes. The projects you support will have a significant impact on the business and will allow us to grow at exceptional speeds.

What You'll Bring

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field of study with a graduation date between December 2025 and December 2026

Proficiency in one or more of the following developer skills: React Native, React, Javascript, CSS (SASS/SCSS), and HTML

Development of mobile applications is a plus

Excellent grasp of fundamental computer science concepts and ability to write well-organized code

Eagerness to collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering teams while able to work independently; detail-oriented and execution focused

Genuine curiosity and willingness to understand how our products are designed, built and how they operate

Eye for detail, even under pressure

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and go above and beyond to meet deadlines

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

$36.09 - $56.13/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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