Internship, Detection Engineer, Information Security (Summer 2025)

Tesla, a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company, is seeking a Detection Engineer Intern to join their Security Engineering team for Summer 2025. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of cybersecurity in the automotive industry.

The Security Engineering team at Tesla plays a crucial role in protecting the company's assets through digital and physical security systems. As an intern, you'll be immersed in developing and implementing detection capabilities to identify and remediate security threats across Tesla's diverse environments.

The position requires a strong foundation in computer science or data science, with hands-on experience in security operations and detection technologies being highly valued. You'll work with cutting-edge tools and technologies, including SIEM, EDR, and cloud environments, while applying machine learning models to enhance security measures.

This internship provides comprehensive hands-on experience in:

• Implementing and tuning detection capabilities
• Analyzing adversarial techniques
• Developing machine learning models for anomaly detection
• Designing scalable monitoring processes
• Documentation and process improvement

The role offers competitive compensation ($36-50/hour) and extensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), and various other perks. This is a full-time, on-site position in Fremont, CA, requiring a minimum 12-week commitment.

You'll be joining a dynamic team that values innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. This internship is ideal for students passionate about cybersecurity and eager to gain practical experience at a company that's revolutionizing both the automotive and energy industries.

The position offers invaluable exposure to real-world security challenges and the opportunity to contribute to protecting one of the world's most innovative companies. You'll develop essential skills in security engineering while working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment.