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Internship, Systems Integration Engineer Low Voltage Power Management, Vehicle Firmware (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

28d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Palo Alto

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a degree in a relevant field (graduating Aug 2025-Aug 2026), have C/C++ and embedded systems experience, grasp electrical fundamentals, and communicate technical concepts well.
  • You will design low voltage power systems, define hardware/software interfaces, debug prototypes, analyze field data, and assess system impacts from changes in hardware and software.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study with a graduation date between August 2025-August 2026
  • Experience in C/C++
  • Experience with embedded systems
  • Comfortable with Electrical Engineering fundamentals
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts

Responsibilities

  • Architecting vehicle low voltage power systems including power distribution, power management, and network management
  • Distill vehicle product requirements into actionable software and hardware requirements, and define system hardware and software interfaces
  • Lead system behavior design of low voltage power distribution products and features
  • Bring-up and debug early software and hardware prototypes through characterizing the systems and ensuring systems perform to requirements and support validation teams in developing component and system level testing strategies to meet product requirements
  • Understand and debug hardware and software interactions during design, launch, and deployment of products or features
  • Perform field data analytics to improve behaviors and performance of the system
  • Analyze changes to assess impact to systems by summarizing impacted devices, interfaces and process in the hardware and software domain

FAQs

What is the expected start date for the internship?

The internship is expected to start around September 2025.

How long does the internship last?

The internship typically lasts for approximately 12 weeks, continuing through the fall term (approximately December 2025) or into Spring 2026 if there is an opportunity.

Is this internship available for recent graduates?

No, the internship is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates should apply for full-time positions instead.

Are international students eligible to apply for this internship?

Yes, but if their work authorization is through CPT, they must consult their school regarding their ability to work 40 hours per week on-site before applying.

What are the primary responsibilities of this internship?

Responsibilities include architecting low voltage power systems, distilling vehicle product requirements, leading system behavior design, bringing up and debugging prototypes, and performing field data analytics.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Applicants should be currently pursuing a degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field, with a graduation date between August 2025 and August 2026.

What type of programming experience is required?

Experience in C/C++ is required for this internship.

Are there any specific skills that would be beneficial for this role?

Yes, familiarity with embedded systems and comfort with Electrical Engineering fundamentals are beneficial, as well as good collaboration and communication skills for conveying complex technical concepts.

What can interns expect in terms of compensation?

The expected compensation ranges from $36.06 to $56.12 per hour, plus benefits.

What types of benefits do interns receive?

Interns are eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, paid holidays, sick time, and various flexible spending accounts among others.

Does Tesla provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Tesla is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Is there a need for on-site work during the internship?

Yes, interns must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site.

Will there be opportunities for collaboration with other teams?

Yes, interns will work closely with various cross-functional teams within the Vehicle Software organization.

Are there opportunities for the internship to extend beyond the fall term?

Yes, there may be opportunities to extend the internship into Spring 2026 if available.

What is Tesla's stance on diversity in hiring?

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace, considering all qualified applicants without regard to various factors such as race, color, religion, or gender identity.

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