About the role#
This internship is a cross-functional role within the Audio and Sensing teams. You will help develop features for Tesla vehicles by working with existing sensors and hardware. This position requires you to be on-site in Palo Alto, California, for a full-time, 40-hour work week. The internship spans the Winter and Spring 2027 terms, with a minimum commitment of 12 weeks starting in January 2027.
What you'll do#
- Debug and maintain software used for data capture and storage.
- Train large-scale machine learning models for computer vision and object tracking.
- Validate models by using ground truth from real-world datasets and mechanical test jigs.
- Support the development of audio DSP algorithms.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong coding skills in Python (numpy, pandas) and C/C++.
- Proficiency with PyTorch, including the ability to read, modify, and train models with custom architectures and data pipelines.
- Experience with model training, validation, and metrics like MAE or Huber loss, ideally using PyTorch Lightning.
- Knowledge of deep learning fundamentals, specifically neural networks and CNNs applied to spatial data.
- Experience with audio DSP principles, acoustics, and human hearing.
- Background in computer vision, particularly with 3D point cloud data.
- Familiarity with camera hardware and calibration techniques.
- Familiarity with MATLAB.
- Experience with embedded audio projects, CAD, or personal DIY projects is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Palo Alto, California.
- Term: Winter 2027 and Spring 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, on-site.
- Compensation: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour plus benefits.
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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