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Internship, Mechanical Test Engineer (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

9d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Fremont

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant degree, have hands-on technical experience, coding skills (preferably Python), CAD design knowledge, and a genuine interest in electric vehicles or sustainability.
  • You will design custom test equipment, manage projects from concept to commissioning, write test software, and maintain schedules to coordinate resources and communicate progress.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Vehicle Engineering, Computer Science, Photographic Sciences or a related field
  • Proven technical experience through extracurricular activities, academic projects, passion projects, or equivalent experiences
  • Excellent grasp of engineering fundamentals with experience using hand tools, motors, actuators, power supplies, multimeters, and reading drawings
  • Eagerness to collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering teams, while working independently to drive large projects forward and overcome blockers; detail-oriented and execution focused
  • Genuine curiosity to figure out why something doesn’t work; troubleshooting the root-cause of an issue comes second nature to you
  • Love to be hands on, understand how to interact with a system and automate repeatable tasks. You thrive on efficiency and hate to see someone waste time on something a script, fixture, or robotic system could do automatically
  • Coding experience, preferably Python, for test automation and data post-processing
  • Knowledge of different sensors, what they do, and how to interact with them
  • Design experience with CAD software such as CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, or Autodesk Inventor
  • Proven interest electric vehicles and/or sustainable energy, through extracurricular activities, academic projects, passion projects, or equivalent experiences

Responsibilities

  • Design and build custom test equipment using components such as linear actuators (pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric), motors, pumps, and general system design to make validation efficient, modular, and repeatable
  • Manage projects from initial concept through design, assembly, and final commissioning
  • Write and maintain test software to automate execution, data collection and analysis
  • Develop and maintain validation schedules to coordinate test resources and communicate status to program managers

FAQs

When is the expected start date for the internship?

The internship is expected to start around August or September 2025.

How long is the internship program?

The internship is expected to last for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, through the Fall term, ending approximately in December 2025. If opportunities are available, it may continue into Winter/Spring 2026.

Is this internship open to international students?

Yes, but international students must consult their school regarding their ability to work 40 hours per week on-site, particularly if their work authorization is through CPT.

What qualifications should candidates possess for this internship?

Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Vehicle Engineering, Computer Science, Photographic Sciences, or a related field, and should demonstrate proven technical experience through coursework, projects, or similar experiences.

What types of projects will I be working on during this internship?

Interns will work on designing and building custom test equipment, managing projects from concept through commissioning, writing and maintaining test software, and developing validation schedules.

What are the expected skills for this internship position?

Candidates should have a good grasp of engineering fundamentals, experience with hand tools and sensors, coding experience preferably in Python, CAD design experience, and a genuine curiosity for problem-solving and automation.

Will I receive compensation during the internship?

Yes, the expected compensation for the internship ranges from $20.00 to $50.00 per hour, plus benefits.

Are there any benefits included with the internship?

Yes, as a full-time intern at Tesla, you will be eligible for various benefits, including health insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), employee stock purchase plans, and more.

Where are the internship locations?

Internship locations include Palo Alto, CA; Fremont, CA; other locations within the San Francisco Bay Area; and Reno, NV.

Is there a specific focus for the teams I may work with as an intern?

Yes, the internship opportunities are available across multiple teams, including thermal management, structures test engineering, power electronics manufacturing, drive unit testing, ADAS testing, and others focused on Tesla's hardware validation.

What is the hiring process for this internship?

The application will be reviewed by the Internship Recruiting Team, and candidates will typically undergo interviews to assess their fit for the desired team and internship role.

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Tesla

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.

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