Internship, Embedded Software Engineer, Audio Systems(Winter / Spring 2026) Job at

What to Expect

Consider before submitting an application :

This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter / Spring term (ending approximately May 2026) or continuing into Summer 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so.We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program.Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.

International Students : 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. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

About the Team

Tesla's System Software team provides the foundation on which the in-vehicle user experience is built. We build the software platform (kernel, bootchain, drivers, and lower level userspace platform services) for our innovative Infotainment hardware. This includes high resolution touch displays, high-definition audio, Bluetooth / Wi-Fi / cellular connectivity, USB, cameras, all connected to high performance multi-core processors and GPUs. Our software is based on Linux, GNU toolchain, buildroot, and other open-source projects, delivering the security, capability, and performance demanded by our user experience. As part of this team, you would be focused on the audio software subsystem and framework for existing and next generation infotainment products.

What You'll Do

Develop drivers, tests, middleware and interfaces to user-space applications for the audio subsystem

Drive architecture and execution for audio software systems and hardware with the hardware and DSP engineers

Use existing available hardware in innovative ways to solve problems

Integrate software components into a fully functional software system.

Write well structured, testable, efficient, and maintainable code

Build and deploy software tools, processes and metrics

Board bring-up and hardware design validation

What You'll Bring

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field of study with a graduation date between 2026 - 2027

Experience in software / firmware development

Excellent C / Python coding skills

Embedded Linux and / or Linux kernel experience is a huge plus

Experience with audio systems (ALSA, audio framework, audioflinger, audio drivers)

Experience with board / chip bring-up

Compensation and Benefits Benefits

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for :

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans >

2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Expected Compensation $40.00 - $56.00 / hour + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.