About the role#
This internship focuses on AI hardware design verification. You will work alongside engineers to ensure the reliability and performance of our hardware systems. This is a full-time, on-site role requiring a minimum of 12 weeks of commitment during the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Verify logic at the block, IP, subsystem, and full-chip levels.
- Develop test sequences, assertions, and coverage to test RTL.
- Debug RTL to identify root causes and collaborate with design engineers to fix issues.
- Run and triage regressions using frameworks like Jenkins and X-ray.
- Write scripts in Python for data parsing and workflow control.
- Write C and Python code for microcontrollers, FPGAs, and ASICs.
- Gain understanding of high-efficiency SOC architecture, standard peripherals, bus protocols, Network on chip, memory management, and multi-processor systems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Programming skills in UVM, System Verilog, C, C++, Python, or Perl.
- Experience with SOC DV bring-up, including clocks, power, reset, and boot sequences.
- Experience verifying high-speed memory IPs, IO, and AMBA bus protocols.
- Experience verifying CPU, GPU, or IP integration at the SOC level.
Location & details#
- Locations: Palo Alto, California or Austin, Texas.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site, 40 hours per week.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Tesla
Tesla produces electric vehicles, battery storage systems, and solar energy products. Founded in 2003, the company operates six vertically integrated factories across three continents. It is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and employs over 10,000 people. The organization designs, manufactures, sells, and services its products internally.
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