Internship, System Test Engineer, Off-Board Vehicle Charging, Energy Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)

About the role

Tesla Energy is seeking a Test Engineer Intern passionate about accelerating the transition to sustainable energy. The role supports the system test team by executing manual and automated test sequences for off‑board Level 1‑3 EV charging products (Supercharger, Wall Connector, Mobile Connector, emerging products). The internship is expected to start January 2027 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (through April/May 2026) or into Summer 2027 if available, with a minimum commitment of 12 weeks, full‑time (40 hours/week) on‑site in Palo Alto, CA.

Responsibilities

• Execute automated and manual tests for Tesla Energy Off‑Board Charging Products including Supercharger, Wall Connector, Mobile Connector, and emerging products
• Perform system validation of current and next generation Tesla Energy Charging Systems
• Identify and report abnormal behavior at the system level and work with Engineering teams on full resolution of any issues
• Support bring‑up of next generation mechanical/electrical test setups to replicate real‑life field conditions and validate the efficacy of new automated test equipment
• Work closely with Engineering teams to enumerate/design test cases that represent all customer use cases and edge cases and ensure full end‑to‑end test coverage on products
• Own delivery of test result documentation and escalation when necessary
• Monitor, identify and escalate issues that arise within the automated test pipeline to ensure prompt resolution and restoration of functionality
• Investigate failures of automated test executions and report out test failure rates

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Skills

• Proficiency with Python preferred (C is desirable as well)
• Hands‑on experience with electrical, automotive, or computer repair strongly desired
• Comfortable with hands‑on lab work (including the potential use of oscilloscopes, CAN tools, soldering irons, etc.)
• Very comfortable using computers (Windows required, Linux preferred)
• Experience in system testing preferred
• Exceptional analytical problem‑solving skills, able to identify and surface issues within complex systems
• Effective communicator and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to lift 40 pounds, work indoors or outdoors, and stand for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction options
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with $0 payroll contribution option
• 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 (