Internship, Thermal Integration Engineer, Energy Engineering (Fall 2026)
Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$20–$50/hrInternship
What You'll Do
- Assist development and execution of automated and manual tests to validate thermal system performance across various operating conditions
- Work closely with control and firmware engineers to help validate and improve thermal control algorithms
- Help validate thermal system simulation results with experimental data
- Analyze test data and report findings and test summaries to the team
What You'll Bring
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical/Chemical engineering or related field
- Good understanding of Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and thermal components (pumps, compressors, expansion valves, fans, etc.)
- Familiarity with hardware and/or test-benches to evaluate thermal system performance
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work hands-on in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and data acquisition (DAQ) systems
Benefits
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- 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
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- 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
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.
- The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.