Internship, Hardware Design Engineer, Silicon Development (Summer 2025)

Tesla is seeking Hardware Design Engineering interns for their Silicon Development team, focusing on cutting-edge autonomous driving technology. This internship, starting in Summer 2025, offers an exceptional opportunity to work on DOJO/Autopilot systems, SOC design, and silicon validation. You'll join teams developing custom silicon solutions for Tesla's autonomous driving capabilities, working with state-of-the-art hardware and software integration.

The role spans multiple critical areas including physical design implementation, system hardware design, and silicon/systems validation. You'll have hands-on experience with high-performance computing systems, contributing to real-world projects that directly impact Tesla's autonomous driving technology. The position offers exposure to the entire development cycle from design through production.

This is an ideal opportunity for engineering students passionate about hardware design, silicon development, and autonomous systems. You'll work alongside industry experts in Tesla's innovative environment, gaining practical experience in SOC design, validation, and system integration. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to revolutionary automotive technology.

The internship requires full-time, on-site presence for a minimum of 12 weeks, with possibilities for extension. You'll be based in either Palo Alto, CA or Austin, TX, working directly with Tesla's core hardware teams. This position is perfect for those seeking to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in a fast-paced, cutting-edge technology company.