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Internship, Thermal Design Engineer, Electronic Devices (Winter/Spring 2027)

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

This position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through Spring term (ending approximately May 2027 or later, if available). Preference for candidates who are able to commit to 8 months but 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 seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.

International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

About the team

The AI Electronics Product Design team is responsible for thermal management of various components across Tesla platforms including Vehicles and Data Centers.

Responsibilities

  • Analytical approach to heat transfer and fluid flow problems based on first principles
  • CFD modelling of heat transfer and fluid flow
  • Develop innovative approaches to enhance all forms of heat transfer in various modules
  • Test and Validation of the electronic systems across all low voltage electronics
  • Validation performed on bench top modules in the lab (requires familiarity with instrumentation, and data acquisitions systems)
  • Data analysis and providing summary reports is essential

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Thermal Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or thermals-related field
  • Strong understanding of fundamentals of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics
  • Experience in CFD and developing numerical models of thermal/fluid systems at any level
  • Passionate about electro-mechanical product design, creative problem solving, and finding simple solutions to complex mechanical and thermal challenges
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical or thermal testing and data analysis through projects, research or internships
  • Strong teamwork, communication and presentation skills

Benefits

  • Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans with an option for $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 including 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 multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

  • Full-time (40 hours/week)
  • On-site
  • Minimum 12 weeks, preference for 8 months (January 2027 through Spring term, ending approximately May 2027 or later)

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