Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

System Integration & Test Automation Engineer Intern

Hardware Validation & Testing +1Updated on Nov 10

Internship · Winter 2027, Spring 2027Palo Alto, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Understanding electrical engineering principles, including the ability to read and understand schematics and build basic electrical systems.
Experience testing and troubleshooting electrical systems, including using laboratory tools such as digital multimeters and oscilloscopes.
Experience with Python and C/C++.
Ability to work 40 hours per week and be available for a minimum of 12 weeks.
Comfort working with high-voltage and high-power systems is preferred.
Interest or experience working with batteries, power electronics, or renewable energy is preferred.
Participation in electromechanical systems projects, such as robotics, Formula SAE, or solar car, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support hardware and firmware integration and system testing of energy products, including high-power grid-connected batteries, EV chargers, and solar products.
Perform hands-on testing, debugging, and troubleshooting on real hardware.
Support firmware validation and regression testing at the full system level.
Develop test automation scripts in Python.
Design and implement next-generation test systems, including fault-injection setups and integration of multiple assets.

Desired Qualifications

Comfort working with high-voltage and high-power systems.
Interest or experience working with batteries, power electronics, or renewable energy.
Participation in electromechanical systems projects, such as robotics, Formula SAE, or solar car.

Category	Energy Engineering
Location	Palo Alto, California
Requisition ID	283396
Type	Intern/Apprentice

Job Description

Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through the entire Winter/Spring term (i.e through April/May 2026) or into Summer 2027 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships.International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success. System integration team is looking for an amazing intern who is passionate about our mission to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy. As a system integration and test automation intern, you will support hardware/firmware integration and test automation of the next generation energy & EV charger products.Location: Palo Alto, CA

Job Responsibilities

Support hardware/firmware integration and system testing of Tesla Energy Products including high power grid-connect batteries, EV chargers and solar products
Hands-on testing, debugging, and troubleshooting on real hardware
Support firmware validation and regression testing at the full system level
Develop test automation scripts in Python
Design and implement next generation test systems, i.e. fault injection setup and multiple asset integration

Job Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical or Mechnical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or related field
Understanding of electrical engineering principles; ability to read & understand schematics and build basic electrical systems
Experienced in testing and troubleshooting electrical systems including the use of lab tools such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.
Experience with Python, C/C++
Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills
Comfortable working with high voltage and high-power systems preferred
Interest or experience working with batteries, power electronics, or renewable energy preferred
Participation on electromechanical systems projects - e.g., robotics, formula SAE, solar car preferred

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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