Tesla · 1 month ago
Internship, Chassis Integration Engineer, Vehicle Firmware (Winter/Spring 2026)
PALO ALTO, California
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$50.13/hr - $56.13/hr
Start in 2026 WinterTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, and they are seeking an internship position for a Chassis Integration Engineer in Vehicle Firmware. The role involves writing embedded C code, developing automation tools, and integrating software with hardware systems to support vehicle dynamics and actuator control strategies.
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Responsibilities
Write embedded C code to prototype actuator control strategies and evaluate real-time performance
Use Python to develop automation tools for testing, data logging, and system diagnostics
Integrate embedded software with hardware systems and validate end-to-end functionality
Analyze CAN logs and sensor data using Python-based scripts to identify system-level issues
Support debugging of hardware/software integration issues across ECUs, sensors, and actuators
Collaborate with firmware and systems engineers to implement and test low-level control algorithms
Assist in building test infrastructure that bridges embedded software with mechanical and electrical components
Contribute to software/hardware bring-up and help validate new PCBA designs using C and Python tools
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between May 2026 - December 2027
Embedded C experience through internships, school projects, or student design clubs
Preferred
Electrical engineering fundamentals with prior experience designing PCBAs
Experience with networked micro-controllers, CAN or other vehicle networking protocols
Experience with Python programming
Knowledge of version control (Git) and continuous integration (Jenkins)
Benefits
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 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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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