Internship, Product Security Engineer, Vehicle Software (Spring 2027)

Tesla develops connected vehicles, over-the-air software, mobile applications, and internal tools that depend on strong information and product security. The Product Security Engineer Intern will analyze systems, operating systems, networks, and applications; identify vulnerabilities; conduct risk assessments and security reviews; and help design and implement secure automotive software and vehicle architectures.

What you'll do:

• Help ensure Tesla's products are implemented to a high security standard
• Work with teams to implement, identify and advance security at Tesla
• Conduct vulnerability tests and risk assessments in source code and on Linux devices
• Work with Tesla teams and external suppliers to drive remediation
• Help to design a secure connected vehicle architecture
• Audit embedded code to identify security vulnerabilities
• Work with vendors, partners, and other Tesla teams to drive remediation
• Conduct risk assessments to prioritize threats and compare mitigation strategies
• Assist design teams in developing secure automotive systems
• This is not a Red Team role and you will not do pentesting

What they're looking for:

• This position is expected to start January or February 2027 and continue through spring term (ending approximately March 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
• 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
• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field of study with a graduation date between December 2026 - December 2027
• Strong investigative and analytical problem-solving skills
• Experience with one or more of the following is required: CTF, secure architecture design, writing secure source code
• Deep understanding of fuzzing, static analysis, sandboxing, and defending against common vulnerabilities
• Technical experience with one or more of the following: Go, Rust, C, C++, x86, ARM, CAN, cryptography, exploit development
• Proficiency in software development, auditing code and features
• Automotive & hardware experience a plus but not required

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