Process
NDA. Knowledge of data structures and algorithms will be useful.
Interviewer was late and quite disrespectful, seeming to multitask while giving me the interview. They provided very little feedback when I asked clarifying questions regarding the problem.
Questions
NDA. Unable to disclose any questions.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 22 interview experiences for the Tesla Software Engineer Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
55%
Pass Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Software Engineer Intern roles in the United States is on the easier side as most engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Positive68%
Neutral18%
Negative14%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Tesla's Software Engineer Intern interview process in United States.
Tesla Work Experiences
4.0
Great for learning!
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
Fremont, California, United States
February 19, 2025
Pros: Lots of ownership and autonomy. Expect to be treated as a full-time employee.
Cons: There is no free lunch.
3.0
Long Hours But Smart Coworkers
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
Fremont, California, United States
January 11, 2021
Pros: Tesla is a great place to learn. I was constantly challenged with the work I was given, and I learned so much from frequent code reviews, ensuring that only great code made it into the codebase.
Cons: Long hours due to tight deadlines.
Huge emphasis on working until you complete your tasks.
Compensation is quite low for the hours put in.
4.0
Good company to work for, cool environment
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
Austin, Texas, United States
January 2, 2024
Pros: I really like the culture and the team dynamic. Everyone is pretty helpful in the office, and everyone loves the product.
Cons: The parking is difficult at the Austin location.
- 4.0Great for learning!Software Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeFremont, California, United StatesFebruary 19, 2025Pros: Lots of ownership and autonomy. Expect to be treated as a full-time employee.Cons: There is no free lunch.
- 3.0Long Hours But Smart CoworkersSoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeFremont, California, United StatesJanuary 11, 2021Pros: Tesla is a great place to learn. I was constantly challenged with the work I was given, and I learned so much from frequent code reviews, ensuring that only great code made it into the codebase.Cons: Long hours due to tight deadlines. Huge emphasis on working until you complete your tasks. Compensation is quite low for the hours put in.
- 4.0Good company to work for, cool environmentSoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeAustin, Texas, United StatesJanuary 2, 2024Pros: I really like the culture and the team dynamic. Everyone is pretty helpful in the office, and everyone loves the product.Cons: The parking is difficult at the Austin location.
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