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Internship, Process Engineer, Energy (Summer 2025)

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Tesla

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    Engineering
  • Burbank

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong analytical and communication skills, be adaptable, proficient in MS Office, familiar with SQL/Python, and experienced in Six Sigma and continuous improvement strategies.
  • You will improve energy operations by analyzing data, auditing processes, collaborating across departments, developing training materials, and implementing process enhancements for efficiency.

Requirements

  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex patterns, relationships, and trends. Familiarity with data analysis tools and techniques
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Articulate complex information to various stakeholders effectively, such as field inspectors, software developers, managers, and regulatory officials
  • Willingness to pivot quickly, keep an open mind, and work on unfamiliar tasks
  • Advanced skills in MS Office and familiarity with relational database systems. Understanding programming basics and construction-related software is beneficial. SQL, Python, Visio knowledge is a plus
  • Proficiency with structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Five Whys, Ishikawa, 8Ds, SWOT
  • Experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement strategies as applied in a business context

Responsibilities

  • As a Process Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for identifying and implementing optimizations across energy operations.
  • This role involves collaborating cross-functionally with warehousing, supply chain, quality, finance, software, and other departments.
  • Leveraging data analysis, process modeling, and other techniques, you will enhance the product lifecycle by uncovering opportunities for improvement.
  • Additionally, you will track operational throughput to assess progress toward achieving peak productivity, efficiency, and quality.
  • Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve frequent interaction with our software systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • This includes conducting thorough audits of process executions to identify errors and root causes, evaluating the reliability of software tools, and keeping process documentation up to date.
  • You'll also assess user behavior, design training materials for software updates, and engage in various process improvement activities.
  • Your primary focus will be to identify problems and develop effective solutions.
  • This role combines hands-on system audits with strategic problem-solving, and you'll be expected to consistently seek opportunities to enhance our systems and workflows.
  • Interpret data, reports and insights provided by analysts to drive decision making for business process improvements.
  • Provide clear, strategic direction to peers & leaders measuring the success and effectiveness of business processes.
  • Use data to ensure all processes are compliant with relevant laws, guidelines, and commercial best practices.
  • Work closely with operational and software teams to define and implement process improvements.
  • Observe, evaluate, analyze, review, and improve business processes for software engineering teams, enhancing efficiency and customer experience.
  • Develop training materials and conduct training sessions with operational teams around new or improved processes.
  • Contribute to the development of software roadmaps, making updates and changes as necessary to support efficient operations.
  • Create and maintain seamless alignment of software processes with overall business strategy.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is expected to start in May 2025 and continue through the entire Summer term, potentially into Fall 2025 if available. A minimum commitment of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, is required.

Do I need to be available to work full-time?

Yes, you must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site for the duration of the internship.

Are international students eligible for this internship?

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

What types of projects will I be involved in during the internship?

As a Process Engineering Intern, you will collaborate with various departments to identify and implement optimizations in energy operations, enhance product lifecycle, conduct audits, and engage in process improvement activities.

What skills are required for this internship?

Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, proficiency in MS Office, familiarity with relational database systems, understanding of programming basics, and structured problem-solving techniques are required. Experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement strategies is also beneficial.

What tools or software should I be familiar with?

Familiarity with data analysis tools, relational database systems, SQL, Python, and construction-related software is beneficial. Advanced skills in MS Office are also required.

Are there any training opportunities during the internship?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to develop training materials and conduct training sessions with operational teams around new or improved processes.

What are the compensation details for this internship?

The expected compensation ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour, plus benefits. Pay may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and experience.

What benefits will be available to interns?

Interns will be eligible for various benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), employee stock purchase plans, and paid time off options like sick time and holidays.

Is there support for individuals with disabilities during the application process?

Yes, Tesla is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. You should inform your recruiter if you need an accommodation during the interview process.

What is the work environment like for interns?

Interns will experience a collaborative environment, working closely with managers, mentors, and teams on critical projects that contribute to the team’s success and help the intern grow technically and personally.

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.