About the role#
As a Product Security Engineering intern, you will work within our Vehicle Software department to protect the systems powering our products. You will analyze system services, operating systems, networks, and applications from a security perspective. This role focuses on identifying vulnerabilities, recommending patches, and participating in security audits and risk analysis to ensure our platforms remain secure.
What you'll do#
- Ensure Tesla products meet high security standards.
- Conduct vulnerability tests and risk assessments on source code and Linux devices.
- Audit embedded code to identify security vulnerabilities.
- Help design a secure connected vehicle architecture.
- Work with internal teams, vendors, and external suppliers to drive remediation.
- Prioritize threats and compare mitigation strategies through risk assessments.
- Assist design teams in developing secure automotive systems.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Strong investigative and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Experience with CTF, secure architecture design, or writing secure source code.
- Deep understanding of fuzzing, static analysis, sandboxing, and defending against common vulnerabilities.
- Technical experience with Go, Rust, C, C++, x86, ARM, CAN, cryptography, or exploit development.
- Proficiency in software development and auditing code.
- Automotive and hardware experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Palo Alto, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May or June through August).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: $38.00 - $53.00 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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