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Internship, Human Factors & Ergonomics (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    Design
  • Hawthorne

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Ergonomic Engineering, with CAD knowledge, experience in ergonomics, and familiarity with rapid fabrication methods; automotive design experience is a plus.
  • You will research vehicle comfort, develop ergonomic criteria, assess designs, collaborate with teams, and conduct studies to ensure compliance with ergonomic standards.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ergonomic Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience in occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, or product usability is preferred
  • Knowledge of CAD software, preferably CATIA V6 and V5
  • Experience or understanding of rapid fabrication methods such as 3D printing and hand fabrication
  • Knowledge of CAVA and RAMSIS is preferred
  • Any experience in an automotive design studio such as liaising between automotive stylists, clay modelers, vehicle engineers, and marketing is a plus
  • Knowledge of automotive engineering guidelines, laws and regulations, manufacturing techniques, and automotive product development is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Perform research toward creating comfortable and highly usable spaces for vehicle drivers and passengers
  • Work to develop, validate, and maintain vehicle occupant packages, ergonomic criteria, and processes
  • Work with engineering, design, and program management teams to find and implement optimum ergonomic solutions
  • Perform digital and physical assessments of criteria against styling and engineering proposals
  • Develop and run focus studies to establish ergonomic compliance

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for this internship?

You should be currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ergonomic Engineering, or a related field. Experience in occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, or product usability is preferred.

What is the expected duration of the internship?

The internship is expected to start around August or September 2025 and continue through the Fall term, ending approximately in December 2025, with the possibility of extending into Winter/Spring 2026.

Is this internship full-time or part-time?

This internship is full-time, requiring a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week on-site.

Are international students eligible to apply?

Yes, international students can apply; however, if your work authorization is through CPT, you should consult your school regarding your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying.

What kind of projects will I work on during the internship?

You will work on projects aimed at creating comfortable and highly usable spaces for vehicle drivers and passengers, developing ergonomic criteria, and maintaining vehicle occupant packages.

What software knowledge is preferred for this role?

Knowledge of CAD software, preferably CATIA V6 and V5, is preferred for this role.

What is the compensation for this internship?

The expected compensation is $20.00 - $50.00 per hour, plus benefits, with the pay varying based on individual factors like market location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

What benefits do interns receive?

Interns are eligible for various benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k), employee stock purchase plans, flexible spending accounts, and more.

How do I know if my work experience is relevant for this internship?

Relevant experience includes working in occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, product usability, or any experience in an automotive design studio facilitating communication between different teams.

Is there an opportunity for a student who is a recent graduate to apply?

No, this internship is specifically for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment should apply for full-time positions instead.

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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.