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Internship, Cell Materials Engineer, Cell Engineering (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

24d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Louisville

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant engineering degree, have battery analysis experience, knowledge of degradation mechanisms, data analysis skills in MATLAB/Python, and an understanding of lithium-ion technology.
  • You will support electrode fabrication, document findings, develop cell test plans, analyze data, track progress, and report on battery material performance and degradation.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, preferably in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
  • Experience with electrochemical and mechanical evaluation of battery electrode analysis techniques (Arbin, Maccor, Biologic, or similar)
  • Familiarity with degradation mechanisms of batteries and battery materials
  • Experience using MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or similar data analysis tool
  • Knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology and electrochemistry
  • First-principal physics understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, power delivery, energy storage and transformation, and thermo-fluids engineering

Responsibilities

  • Your application for the Cell Engineer, Cell Engineering Internship will be considered across all opportunities for the teams listed below:
  • The Process Engineering team takes on difficult challenges in processing and materials science to realize the full potential of next generation energy storage solutions, ensuring Tesla remains a leader in cell technology and electrode fabrication. The intern on this team will document observations and present findings to technical audience on routine basis. They will support the boulder R&D team through fabrication of small scale electrode coatings.
  • The Fundamentals Advanced Materials team support multiple, high-impact projects which will involve implementing existing techniques, developing new techniques, and analyzing existing data to characterize battery materials, determine degradation mechanisms, and optimize cell performance at Tesla. This intern will be responsible for supporting the development cell test plans to characterize initial cell performance, lifetime behavior, reliability, and identify critical failures and degradation modes. In addition, this candidate will help plan test resources, track test progress and analyze/report testing results.

FAQs

What is the expected start date for the internship?

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

How long is the internship program?

The internship program is for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site.

Can international students apply for this internship?

Yes, international students can apply, but they should consult their school regarding their work authorization and ability to work 40 hours per week before applying.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Boulder, CO.

What are the primary responsibilities of the intern?

Interns will support both the Process Engineering team by fabricating small scale electrode coatings and the Materials Engineering team by developing cell test plans and analyzing/test results for battery materials.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should be pursuing a degree in Engineering, preferably in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

What technical skills are required for the role?

Experience with electrochemical and mechanical evaluation of battery electrode analysis techniques, familiarity with degradation mechanisms of batteries, and proficiency in using data analysis tools like MATLAB/Simulink or Python are required.

Is knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology necessary?

Yes, knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology and electrochemistry is necessary for this internship.

What compensation can interns expect?

Interns can expect a compensation range of $20.00 to $50.00 per hour, plus benefits.

Are there additional benefits offered to interns?

Yes, interns are eligible for various benefits including medical plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), employee stock purchase plans, and more.

What should applicants do if they require accommodations during the interview process?

Applicants should inform their recruiter if they need any reasonable accommodations at any point during the interview process.

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

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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.