Internship, Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer (Fall 2026)
Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$20–$50/hrInternship
What You'll Do
- Leverage AI tools and agents to assist in Test data analysis and post-processing, test automation, simulation, and report generation within EMC workflows
- Support the development of Python-based scripts and AI-assisted tools to analyze and streamline EMC testing information, data collection, and results interpretation
- For example, pattern recognition from RF Emissions test data, device failure logging
- Work on schematic and circuit board layout design for EMC, modeling and simulation for product packaging and assembly, and cable design for RF shielding
- Execute EMC troubleshooting efforts with direction and guidance from EMC engineers using EMC test methods from standards like CISPR 25, ISO-11452-2, ISO-7637, etc.
What You'll Bring
- Currently working towards a Masters or PhD in a relevant engineering program such as Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or Computer Science
- Knowledge of analog and digital electronic design
- Basic understanding of electromagnetic theory, transmission lines, non-ideal behavior of passive components (resistor, capacitors, inductors)
- Exposed to simulation tools for RF design like ANSYS HFSS, CST, FEKO, etc.; a plus if familiar with simulation done for EMC applications
- Proficient in Python for scripting, data analysis, and test automation
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and tools, including some experience using large language models (LLMs), AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, or similar), or AI-powered agents to accelerate engineering workflows
- Hands-on experience in debugging radiated and conducted emission issues is a plus
- Experience on using test and measurement equipment like oscilloscopes, signal generators, arbitrary waveform generators; it is a plus if experience on equipment for EMC testing like spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, antennas, near field probes, etc
- Self-starter, energizing, results oriented, and ability to multi-task
- Excellent teamwork, professional and positive communication skills, both written and oral
Benefits
- Compensation and Benefits
- Medical plans > 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)
- 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), 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
$20.00 - $50.00/hour + benefits