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Internship, Applied AI Engineer, AI Hardware (Fall 2026/Winter 2027)

Tesla

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Internship

Posted

8/19/2026

Compensation

$100,000 - $150,000 a year

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

Job description

This internship role is focused on designing and developing AI-powered applications for the AI Hardware team at Tesla. The team is responsible for creating custom AI chips that enhance the capabilities of Full Self-Driving and Optimus. Interns will work on optimizing performance, power, and area for chip development while collaborating with both software and hardware teams. This position is ideal for students pursuing degrees in relevant fields who are eager to contribute to cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant field of study with an expected graduation of 2028 or earlier.
  • Expertise in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX.
  • Experience with graph ML frameworks like PyG or DGL for netlists or geometric data.
  • Familiarity with the latest LLM agent deployment mechanisms.
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies such as Cadence Virtuoso/Spectre or Synopsys HSPICE/PrimeTime.
  • Knowledge of static timing analysis, routing, formal verification, and data pipelines for circuit/simulation datasets.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop AI-powered applications for static timing analysis and physical synthesis optimization.
  • Build and maintain LLM-agent-based workflows for chip development.
  • Create solutions to optimize performance, power, and area for chip designs.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with software and hardware teams to enhance the hardware development lifecycle.

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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