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Internship, Electrical Engineer, Cell Manufacturing (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • San Diego

AI generated summary

  • You need a basic understanding of electrical control panel design, experience with circuit protection and control components, knowledge of electrical standards, and familiarity with Beckhoff/Siemens systems.
  • You will design, develop, and implement machine control systems, collaborate with teams, and contribute to electronics and test projects in high-speed, automated manufacturing environments.

Requirements

  • Basic understanding designing electrical control panels, controls system wiring and instrumentation
  • Experience selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, and key electrical control components
  • Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA 79, IEC 60204-1, UL508A)
  • Familiarity with Beckhoff and Siemens overall control system/components, with some track record of previous projects implementation on these platforms
  • Familiar with EtherCat, FSoE, ProfiNet and ProfiSafe architecture

Responsibilities

  • Qualified applicants may be reviewed by one or more of the following teams:
  • Electrical Controls Engineers in Tesla's Advanced Automation group design, develop and commission machine control systems for Tesla 4680 Cell Manufacturing from concept to implementation, working with in-house Tesla engineering teams and outside vendors. This position owns electrical controls designs inside our groundbreaking Tesla 4680 Cell Manufacturing sites globally, in California, Texas, Berlin, and all future Tesla Cell factories. Tesla Cell Manufacturing is a high-speed manufacturing process containing discrete and continuous operations, extremely high-quality standards and a high degree of automation.
  • Tesla is looking for amazing Interns who are passionate about harnessing electronics, firmware, and test technology areas to drive the world’s transition to a sustainable future. Internship roles in our teams provides significant independence and ownership of design and test projects, while still providing excellent mentorship and guidance. We emphasize collaboration in our work, and always encourage each other to have fun while we change the world together.

FAQs

What is the expected start date for the internship?

The internship is expected to start around August 2025.

How long is the duration of the internship?

The internship is expected to last through the entire Fall term (i.e., through December 2025) or into Spring 2026 if available, with a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site.

Can international students apply for this internship?

Yes, international students can apply, but those with work authorization through CPT should consult their school regarding the ability to work 40 hours per week on-site.

Where are the possible locations for this internship?

Possible locations include Palo Alto, CA; Fremont, CA; Austin, TX; Robstown, TX; Reno, NV; and Toronto, ON.

What teams might qualified applicants be reviewed by?

Qualified applicants may be reviewed by the Advanced Automation Electrical Engineering team or the Electrical Design Engineering team.

What skills are required for the internship?

Required skills include a basic understanding of designing electrical control panels, experience with selecting circuit protectors and key electrical control components, knowledge of electrical standards, and familiarity with control systems and architectures.

What compensation should interns expect for this position?

Interns can expect compensation ranging from $20.00 to $50.00 per hour, plus benefits.

What type of benefits does Tesla offer to interns?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) options, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and various voluntary benefits.

Is there any support for childcare or family-building?

Yes, Tesla provides family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits, along with back-up childcare and parenting support resources.

Does Tesla have a diversity and inclusion policy?

Yes, Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace and considers all qualified applicants without regard to various protected statuses.

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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.