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Internship, Product Security Engineer, Vehicle Software (Winter/Spring 2027)

Tesla

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Internship

Posted

8/19/2026

Compensation

$38 - $53 an hour

Undergraduate Internship
H-1B FY202692.9% approval+1% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

This internship position at Tesla is focused on security within the context of their products and R&D projects. The team is dedicated to ensuring high security standards for Tesla's connected vehicles and software. Interns will analyze systems, conduct vulnerability tests, and participate in security audits. This role is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field with a strong interest in security.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field of study with a graduation date between December 2026 - December 2027.
  • Strong investigative and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with one or more of the following is required: CTF, secure architecture design, writing secure source code.
  • Deep understanding of fuzzing, static analysis, sandboxing, and defending against common vulnerabilities.
  • Technical experience with one or more of the following: Go, Rust, C, C++, x86, ARM, CAN, cryptography, exploit development.
  • Proficiency in software development, auditing code and features.

Responsibilities

  • Help ensure Tesla's products are implemented to a high security standard.
  • Work with teams to implement, identify and advance security at Tesla.
  • Conduct vulnerability tests and risk assessments in source code and on Linux devices.
  • Work with Tesla teams and external suppliers to drive remediation.
  • Help to design a secure connected vehicle architecture.
  • Audit embedded code to identify security vulnerabilities.
  • Conduct risk assessments to prioritize threats and compare mitigation strategies.
  • Assist design teams in developing secure automotive systems.

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Tesla Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

644

FY2026

Approval rate

92.9%

FY2026

LCA certified

1,444

FY2026

Entry-level share

2.1%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+1%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-60%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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