Internship, Software Engineer, Torque Path & Chassis Controls (Winter/Spring 2027)

Tesla is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to support its Torque Path and Chassis Controls team. The role focuses on developing and calibrating real-time software for traction, stability, braking, propulsion, and other vehicle dynamics systems across simulation and embedded environments.

What you'll do:

• Develop and calibrate traction and stability control software
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement new chassis controls features
• Build and maintain closed-loop simulations for chassis control systems
• Implement chassis controls features in embedded C and simulation environments
• Create tools to evaluate vehicle-level metrics in both simulation and vehicle testing
• Expand technical knowledge across torque path, brake controls, and chassis systems

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between May 2027 - May 2028
• Experience in C and Python, with demonstrated experience in software development and debugging
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and automotive fundamentals
• Experience with control systems development, calibration, or real-time embedded software (e.g., academic projects, FSAE, or prior internships)
• Familiarity with automotive safety standards including MISRA C, HARA, and FMEA
• Hands-on experience with CAN communication protocols and Vector CAN tools (e.g., CANoe, CANalyzer)
• 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
• You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site

Benefits:

• As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for: Medical plans with 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, with a 90-day waiting period
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and vacation time and paid holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources