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Internship, Noise Vibration Harshness Engineering (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

12d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Palo Alto

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing an Engineering or related degree, understand acoustics/vibration, have NVH testing experience, and be skilled in MATLAB/Python and Siemens Simcenter Testlab. Strong communication is essential.
  • You will design parts, optimize sound packages, conduct NVH testing, troubleshoot issues, assess performance, collaborate on quality, and refine test methods for vehicle NVH attributes.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field
  • Excellent understanding of acoustics and vibration principles, digital signal processing, sound quality metrics
  • Experience with Modal Analysis, Transfer Path Analysis (TPA), Panel Contribution Analysis and general data acquisition
  • Experienced in NVH test equipment including impact hammers, shakers, PU probes, acoustic cameras, impedance tube, string pot, accelerometers and microphones
  • Excellent knowledge of Siemens Simcenter Testlab software for data acquisition and post-processing
  • Proficient with MATLAB or Python, CAD, SEA (Actran SEA or equivalent), Alphacell (or material analysis tool), and Alpha cabin
  • Strong communication skills, self-motivation, independent worker, excellent team player
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver independent root cause analysis on difficult projects with tight timing constraints

Responsibilities

  • Be responsible for designing prototype parts and evaluate their NVH impact
  • Optimize the existing sound package to meet the design target (cost, mass, and performance)
  • Come up with a creative idea for next generation lightweight sound package
  • Conduct and analyze NVH testing of vehicle components to provide design guidance during the design and development process to achieve world-class vehicle attribute targets
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot vehicle NVH issues through testing and analysis (TPA, panel contribution, FRF, ODS, etc.)
  • Assess and analyze vehicle NVH performance to optimize and enhance NVH attributes
  • Engage in collaborative efforts with the design and manufacturing to upload the quality of NVH attributes
  • Perform component and full vehicle level testing to support NVH performance validation, attribute targets setting and CAE correlation
  • Develop and refine NVH test methods, procedures and processing techniques

FAQs

What is the expected start date for this internship?

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

Is this internship position only for students?

Yes, this internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program.

How long is the internship expected to last?

The internship is expected to last a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, and may continue into Winter/Spring 2026 if available.

Are international students eligible to apply?

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

What does the NVH engineering intern do?

The NVH engineering intern will design prototype parts, optimize sound packages, conduct NVH testing, analyze vehicle NVH performance, and collaborate with design and manufacturing teams.

What are the educational requirements for this internship?

Candidates should be currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.

What specific skills and knowledge are required for the intern role?

A strong understanding of acoustics and vibration principles, experience with NVH test equipment, knowledge of data acquisition software, and proficiency in MATLAB or Python are required.

What types of benefits does Tesla offer to interns?

Tesla offers a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), employee stock purchase plans, and paid holidays.

What is the pay range for this internship position?

The expected compensation is $20.00 - $50.00 per hour, depending on various individualized factors.

Is there an opportunity for remote work in this internship?

No, this internship requires full-time, on-site work.

What is the application process for the internship?

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Tesla Careers website during the application period.

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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.