Internship, Video Game C++ Engineer, Infotainment (Summer 2025)

Tesla builds electric vehicles and clean energy solutions, known for innovation in automotive and technology sectors.
$75,005 - $105,000
Embedded
Software Engineering Intern
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
Automotive · Gaming

Description For Internship, Video Game C++ Engineer, Infotainment (Summer 2025)

Tesla is seeking talented gaming engineering interns to join their Infotainment Applications software team for Summer 2025. This exciting role focuses on developing cutting-edge in-car gaming experiences that reach millions of Tesla customers worldwide. As part of the team responsible for building in-car user interfaces, productivity applications, entertainment features, and autopilot visualization, you'll have the opportunity to work on software that directly impacts the Tesla vehicle experience.

The position offers hands-on experience in game development using C++, where you'll design and implement gaming platforms and interfaces for Tesla's innovative in-car entertainment system. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, including software engineers, QA specialists, designers, and game developers, while also interfacing with game development and publishing partners to enhance the user experience.

This internship is perfect for computer science students with a strong foundation in C++ programming and an interest in gaming technology. You'll be working in Tesla's Palo Alto location, contributing to features that millions of users interact with daily. The role requires both technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills, as you'll be involved in rapidly prototyping and developing fun in-car customer experiences.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $36.06 to $50.48 per hour, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), and various other perks. This is a full-time, on-site internship requiring a minimum commitment of 12 weeks, with potential extension opportunities into Fall 2025.

If you're passionate about gaming, have strong C++ skills, and want to be part of revolutionizing the automotive industry through software innovation, this internship offers an unparalleled opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while building valuable industry experience at one of the world's most innovative companies.

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Responsibilities For Internship, Video Game C++ Engineer, Infotainment (Summer 2025)

  • Build amazing features from the ground up for holiday and spring releases
  • Design, architect, implement and debug game platform interfaces and systems in C++
  • Rapidly prototype and own fun in-car customer experiences
  • Work with cross-functional teams including Software Engineers, QA, Designers, Hardware Engineers and Game Developers
  • Communicate with game development and publishing partners to enhance user experience

Requirements For Internship, Video Game C++ Engineer, Infotainment (Summer 2025)

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field with graduation date between 2025-2026
  • Strong proficiency in C++
  • Excellent grasp of fundamental computer science concepts
  • Experience writing and shipping customer-facing code
  • Experience using common design patterns in the software industry
  • Experience working with multithreaded applications
  • Willing to relocate and work on site in Palo Alto, CA

Benefits For Internship, Video Game C++ Engineer, Infotainment (Summer 2025)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction (Aetna PPO and HSA plans)
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution option
  • Company Paid HSA Contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick time and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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