Internship, Software Engineer, AI Simulation (Summer 2025)

Tesla's Autopilot Simulation team is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join their mission-critical Full Self-Driving (FSD) initiative. As part of this prestigious internship program, you'll work directly on developing simulation tools that are fundamental to advancing Tesla's autonomous driving capabilities. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a modular, scalable simulation platform that enables virtual testing and validation of FSD software.

The position combines hands-on experience with cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology and sophisticated simulation systems. You'll collaborate with the Autopilot team to develop tools that enable virtual test drives, regression testing, and synthetic data generation for neural network training. This internship provides invaluable exposure to real-world applications of AI, machine learning, and autonomous systems.

The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills in C++ and Python, along with a solid foundation in mathematics, particularly in linear algebra and numerical methods. Experience with simulation tools, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and modeling of vehicle dynamics or sensor systems would be highly valuable. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with leading experts in autonomous driving technology.

This full-time, on-site internship in Palo Alto, CA, requires a minimum 12-week commitment during Summer 2025. It's an excellent opportunity for students pursuing degrees in Computer Science or related fields to gain practical experience at the forefront of autonomous vehicle development while contributing to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable transportation.