Internship, Software QA Engineer, Factory Software (Winter/Spring 2026) at Tesla

What To Expect
Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximately May 2026) or continuing into Summer 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.

International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

About The Team
Tesla’s Factory Software team faces increasing challenges as Tesla expands globally and launches new products and programs. As a Software QA Engineer on the Factory Software team, you will be testing a suite of new web applications and improving upon existing ones with the goal of solving the most complex logitics & factory software problems. You will work with our Software Engineers to deeply understand our applications and challenges, and drive improvements in the software to create less costly and more efficient solutions.

What You'll Do

Conduct both functional and automated testing. Integration Testing experience is also needed

Develop and execute an automation planning and scripting strategy

Design and develop reusable test frameworks for both UI and API testing. Emphasis is placed on reusability and maintainability of test scripts, which is crucial for long-term efficiency

Manage the integration of automated test scripts with a test management tool indicates a focus on efficient test management and reporting

Analyze and solve complex problems and motivate team members to produce creative solutions

Collaborate in the overall automation effort, influence priorities, assist team members, and work closely with different teams and stakeholders

Set up and maintaining pipelines for test execution demonstrates a commitment to automation efficiency and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices

What You'll Bring

Currently enrolled in an educational program and graduating between 2026-2027

Able to relocate and work on site in Fremont, CA

Experience with one or more test frameworks (ex: Selenium Web driver, cypress, JMeter, etc.) is ideal

Strong understanding of backend services and API testing methodologies

Good knowledge of performing UI Testing

Solid skills in SQL/MySQL database testing

Proficiency in scripting languages i.e., Python for test automation is a key requirement

Experience with CI/CD pipelines reflects the importance of automation in the software development lifecycle

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

Ability to adapt to new technologies and stay updated with industry trends

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

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Sick time after 90 days of employment and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$32.00 - $45.00/hour + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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