Internship, Wireless Connectivity Software Validation Engineer, Electronic Devices(Spring/Winter 2026)

Job Description

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Software Validation Engineering Intern for the Wireless Systems team to help develop and validate high quality wireless technologies for existing and future Self-Driving & Optimus platform initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science / Engineering, or a related field
• Strong Python, Perl, or Ruby programming skills, familiarity with common python packages
• Knowledge and/or work experience in wireless connectivity domain
• Knowledge and/or work experience with software testing life cycle and QA processes
• Good understanding of Wireless technologies, preferably Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or Cellular
• Working experience with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or Cellular troubleshooting/debugging tools (i.e. Wireshark, Ellysis, Frontline, log analysis, etc.) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end test plans, procedures and scripts for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Cellular systems
• Bring up and maintain test setups and apparatus for validation cycles
• Root-cause issues reported by internal, other Development and QA teams and customer feedback
• Provide support to Software Development and Manufacturing teams
• Enhance Test automation frameworks and data analysis tools
• Analyze telemetry data and identify fleet wide issues
• Identify areas of opportunity and implement improvements, knowledge sharing and best practices
• Drive various tasks to completion and be the connoisseur of great quality product

Benefits

• Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.