Internship, Security Engineer, Applications Engineering (Winter/Spring 2025)

Consider before applying: This position is expected to start around 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. Internship Programs at Tesla 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. Locations: Austin, TX; Bellevue, WA; Fremont, CA; Palo Alto, CA Responsibilities Your application for the Security Engineering Internship will be considered across all opportunities for the teams listed below: Security Intelligence The Security Intelligence team is tasked with protecting Tesla's intellectual property and trade secrets from insider threats. The Technical Investigators build new tools and detection alerts, provide investigative and digital forensic support, and support Legal in ongoing litigation and eDsicovery collections Threat Research Team With the goal of developing and implementing proactive defensive measures, this group will primarily be identifying and tracking external threats that are targeting Tesla and the broader industry, collecting, and analyzing threat information and attacker tools, and conducting technical deep-dive investigations into notable attacks. Security Engineering The Security Engineering team is responsible for the configuration, management, and deployment of enterprise security systems at Tesla. This includes securing a complex mix of manufacturing, retail, and corporate facilities that provide a variety of physical and technical challenges. To ensure our applications are secure, the team also works closely with development teams across Platform Engineering. Requirements Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field of study and graduating between 2024-2026 Proficiency in one or more of the following developer skills: Python, Go, Java, Ruby, C/C++ or other common industry languages Working knowledge with the following tools and systems: SIEM, SQL, Splunk Eagerness to collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering teams while able to work independently; detail-oriented and execution focused Genuine curiosity and willingness to understand how our products are designed, built and how they operate Nice to haves include: Experience with manual analysis of malware, phishing kits, network captures, exploits. Experience in web application security. Experience with penetration testing 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 $26.44 - $50.48 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.