Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Body Controls Firmware (Fall 2026)

Summary: Tesla is a leading company in automotive technology, and they are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer Intern for the Body Controls team. The intern will develop firmware and control systems for Tesla vehicles, ensuring high-quality software that enhances user interactions with next-generation autonomous vehicles. Responsibilities: - Deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment - Specify, design, and implement functionality and behaviors of embedded subsystems - Design the software architecture and firmware implementation - Own firmware through life cycle from prototype to high-volume production - Develop software tests and collaborate with validation teams - Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging and code optimization - Make performance and optimization trade-offs to meet product requirements Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between December 2026 – December 2027 - Proficiency in C - Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability - Strong Electrical Engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design - Experience with embedded microprocessor tools - Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with MISRA C - Controls software and algorithm development - RTOS or bare-metal embedded development Required Skills: C programming, Software design, Software maintainability, Circuit analysis, Circuit design, Embedded microprocessor tools, MISRA C, Controls software development, Algorithm development, RTOS development, Bare-metal embedded development Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall Benefits: 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