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Internship, Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)

Tesla · Fremont, CA · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagement$20–$50/hrInternship

This position is expected to start around January 2027 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximately May 2027) or into Summer 2027 if available. A minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, is required. Our internship program is for students actively enrolled in an academic program. International students must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site; consult your school regarding CPT work authorization.

About the role

Tesla is seeking highly motivated post-secondary interns to develop and engineer new processes and high-volume automation equipment. You will work closely with Tesla’s internal Product Design, Operations, Facilities, Production, and Quality Engineering teams, coordinating cross-functional design activities with tool vendors to "build the machine that builds the machines." You will assume full ownership of the design and technical transfer of tools to Tesla Operations, qualifying them for use with the highest standards of safety, quality, and output.

Your application will be considered across a range of opportunities within Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering, including but not limited to:

  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • General Assembly Body Manufacturing Engineering
  • Optimus Manufacturing
  • Quality Data Engineering
  • Plastics Engineering
  • Stamping & Tooling Engineering
  • Joining Engineering
  • Metal Forming
  • Manufacturing Technical Program Management
  • Vehicle Manufacturing Controls Engineering

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience is a must
  • Excellent grasp of engineering fundamentals
  • Proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software such as CATIA or SOLIDWORKS
  • Experience with semi-automated/automated manufacturing equipment
  • Experience in a high-volume factory environment
  • Experience with design of tooling, jigs, and fixtures
  • Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
  • Understanding of statistical tools such as Process Capability (Cp, Cpk) and Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility
  • Experience with 3D modeling and 2D part/assembly drawings
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to learn concepts quickly
  • Understanding of Geometric Design & Tolerance (GD&T)

Benefits

  • Medical, dental (including orthodontic coverage), and vision plans with $0 payroll deduction options
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
  • 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) 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 may vary depending on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

Full-time (40 hours per week), on-site. Minimum 12-week commitment.

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