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Internship, Power Systems Studies Engineer, Energy Engineering (Fall 2026)

Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 2 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$20–$50/hrInternship

This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term (ending approximately December 2026 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates should apply for full-time positions, not internships. International students must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site.

About the role

The Tesla Energy Grid Solutions team is looking for a highly motivated individual who is excited about solving real-life power system issues around renewables integration. As an intern in this position, you will have an opportunity to build RMS/EMT power systems models for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and perform system studies.

Responsibilities

  • Focus on power systems stability modeling and analysis
  • Demonstrate a solid theoretical background on EMT and dynamic modeling of power systems, renewable energy resources, and converter-interfaced devices
  • Model battery energy storage systems in software utilizing Python interfaces, run simulations, and analyze the impact of these resources on the stability of grids and microgrids

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Power Systems, Energy Systems, or related field
  • Practical experience with modeling renewables in any positive sequence or EMT tool
  • Practical experience using Python
  • Must be self-managed and committed to working in a fast-paced environment
  • Must relocate to Palo Alto, CA

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior practical experience in conducting utility transmission interconnection studies for renewable and energy storage projects
  • Prior practical experience with protection coordination, cable ampacity, transformer energization, and grounding studies
  • Prior practical experience with ETAP and SKM software
  • Prior experience with PowerFactory User Written Model

Benefits

  • Medical, dental (including orthodontic coverage), and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution options
  • Company-paid HSA contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • 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: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

Pay

Expected compensation: $20.00 - $50.00/hour + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

  • Full-time (40 hours/week)
  • Minimum 12 weeks, on-site in Palo Alto, CA
  • Start: August or September 2026
  • End: Approximately December 2026 or later, if available

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