Internship, Fullstack C++ Engineer, Vehicle User Interface (Winter/Spring 2026)

Job Description

Tesla is looking for highly motivated frontend software students to join the Infotainment Applications software team and help create, develop, and evolve Tesla's in-vehicle customer experiences.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field with a graduation date between 2026 - 2027
• Able to relocate and work on site in Palo Alto, CA
• Strong proficiency in C++
• Excellent grasp of fundamental computer science concepts
• Experience writing and shipping customer-facing code
• Willingness to learn new technologies in any area of the stack
• Experience using common design patterns in the software industry
• Experience working with multithreaded applications
• Experience building user interfaces and/or consumer facing applications is a plus

Responsibilities

• Build amazing features from the ground up that users look forward to (Holiday Release, Spring Release, etc.)
• Design, architect, implement and debug game platform interfaces and systems in C++
• Rapidly prototype and own fun in-car customer experiences
• Work with a cross-functional team of Software Engineers, QA, Designers, Hardware Engineers and Game Developers
• Communicate with game development and publishing partners to enhance user experience

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.