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Internship, Automation Development & Tooling Engineer (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Brooklyn Park

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant degree, have CAD proficiency, hands-on experience, programming skills, and familiarity with manufacturing processes, robots, and CNC machining.
  • You will contribute to designing automation equipment, developing control systems, and executing tasks related to stamping die design in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
  • Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes. Experience specifically with automotive manufacturing environment a plus
  • Proficiency with CAD (AutoCAD, CATIA, SolidWorks)
  • Strong propensity to build, assemble, fix and program things
  • Hands-on experience, previous internship, and/or project experience is preferred, particularly with machines and mechanisms
  • Coursework in analog and digital circuits, control systems, logic, and programming
  • Exposure to programming microcontrollers
  • Use of common power and hand tools
  • Programming experience in C++, Python, SQL or similar language
  • Industrial electrical panel design
  • PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff or similar)
  • HMI/SCADA programming (WinCC, Ignition or similar)
  • Servo motors and controllers (SINAMICS, Kinetix or similar)
  • FEA and Simulation programming
  • Hands on CNC machining experience
  • Experience with industrial robots (Fanuc, Kuka, or similar)
  • Experience with stamping simulation software such as Autoform or Pamstamp
  • Experience using blue light scanner or PC-DMIS /Hexagon CMM

Responsibilities

  • Tesla is seeking highly motivated post-secondary interns to contribute to the design and development of new automation equipment and assembly lines for our advanced production facilities.
  • This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the team building "the machine that makes the machine."
  • Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical subsystem of incredibly exciting products.
  • Your application will be considered across all opportunities for the teams listed below:
  • Automation Mechanical Design Engineering: developing and designing new manufacturing equipment
  • Automation Controls Engineering: developing, designing, and programming control systems for new equipment
  • Die Engineering: executing project tasks relating to stamping die design and development

FAQs

What is the expected start date for the internship?

The internship is expected to start around August or September 2025.

How long should the internship last?

We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.

Is this internship available for international students?

Yes, but international students with work authorization through CPT must consult their school regarding their ability to work 40 hours per week before applying.

What locations are available for this internship?

The internship may be located in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota; Elgin, Illinois; or Grand Rapids, Michigan.

What academic programs are preferred for candidates applying to this internship?

Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

What software skills are required for this internship?

Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD, CATIA, or SolidWorks is required.

Are there any specific experiences that are preferred for candidates?

Yes, hands-on experience, previous internships, or project experience related to machines and mechanisms is preferred.

Is programming knowledge required for this position?

Yes, candidates should have programming experience in C++, Python, SQL, or similar languages.

What benefits do interns at Tesla receive?

Tesla interns are eligible for medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k), employee stock purchase plans, and other benefits such as paid holidays and sick time.

Does Tesla provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Tesla is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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Tesla

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.