Internship, AI Engineer, Export & Inference (Winter/Spring 2025) Full-time

Consider before applying:
This position is expected to start in January and continue through April/May. Internships are in-person for 40 hours a week for a minimum of 12 weeks.
International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week. Many students will be limited to part-time depending on their academic standing.
The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions that they will grow both technically and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows for the intern to experience life at Tesla by giving them ownership over projects that are critical to their team’s success.
About the Team
Our team productionalizes ML models – we train and deploy large neural networks for efficient inference on compute-constrained edge devices (CPU / GPU / AI ASIC). The nature of this role is multi-disciplinary – you will work at the intersection of machine learning and systems by building the ML frameworks and infrastructure that enable the seamless training, deployment, and inference of all neural networks that run on Autopilot and Optimus.

Responsibilities

• Build robust AI frameworks to lower neural networks to edge devices
• Build robust AI infrastructure to train and fine-tune networks for Autopilot and Optimus on large GPU clusters
• Deploy state-of-the-art neural networks on heterogenous compute, including Tesla’s in-house AI ASIC, with an aim to maximize network performance while minimizing latency
• Collaborate with AI scientists and compiler engineers to effectively compress large models to run in low precision
• Design and implement custom GPU kernels (CUDA / OpenCL) for efficient training and post-processing of network outputs

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or relevant field of study with a graduation date between 2025 – 2026
• Must be able to relocate and work on site in Palo Alto, CA
• Proficiency with Python, C/C++ is a nice to have but not required
• Proficiency with PyTorch or another machine learning framework
• Proficiency with training and deploying neural networks for real-world AI
• Proficiency with computer systems and computer architecture
• Experience with CUDA

Compensation and Benefits
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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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

$100000.00 – $150000.00, depending on level + 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.