Internship, Backend Engineer, Infrastructure Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)

Iaas Lc; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental and vision plans

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Tesla is seeking an intern to architect, build, and operate infrastructure for its Engineering teams. You will plan and design backend components powering vehicle development and related tech, and support internal software and processes.

The role emphasizes independent work, cross-functional collaboration, and curiosity about production operations. The internship offers exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and cloud platforms like AWS/GCP/Azure, with competitive hourly compensation and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a CS/IT degree with expected graduation in 2027–2028.
• Strong fundamentals in data structures and algorithms.
• Experience building or maintaining backend services and APIs.
• Familiarity with databases and REST/gRPC, messaging, and distributed systems.
• Ability to write clear, organized code and work independently with teams.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, manage, and operate infrastructure for Tesla Engineering teams.
• Plan, design, implement, and manage infrastructure powering vehicle development tech.
• Support services and tools that power internal software and processes.
• Develop tools and content to assist field teams across product design and ops.
• Work on diagnostics and product support tooling within Service Engineering.

Skills

Python

Go

Java

C/C++

Backend services

APIs

Data structures

Algorithms

REST APIs

SQL databases

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Architect, build, manage, and operate infrastructure and applications for Tesla’s Engineering teams including Connected Systems, Firmware, and Autopilot.
• Plan, design, implement, and manage ongoing infrastructure components powering Tesla’s vehicle development and technologies.
• Support design and implementation of services and tools that power internal software and processes, impacting business growth.
• Develop tools, processes, and informational content to support field teams, bridging product design and field operations.
• Work on software tools for diagnostics and product support within the Service Engineering team.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Students currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields, graduating between 2027 and 2028.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Python, Go, Java, C/C++.
• Experience building or maintaining backend services, APIs, or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and complexity.
• Ability to write clear, well-organized code and work independently while collaborating cross-functionally.
• Curiosity about product design, development, and production operations.
• Experience with SQL databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL, or Oracle.
• Familiarity with REST/gRPC APIs, messaging queues, or distributed systems.
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, or cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Exposure to testing, observability, or performance tuning.

Compensation & Benefits

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:

• Medical plans with options including $0 payroll deduction.
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental and vision plans, including orthodontic coverage, with options for $0 payroll contribution.
• Company-paid Health Savings Account contributions when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits.
• Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90-day waiting period).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Sick and vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible time for salaried positions.
• Back‑up childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft and legal services, and pet insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts and perks program.

Expected compensation ranges from $40.00 to $58.00 per hour plus benefits. Pay may vary based on location, knowledge, skills, and experience.