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Internship, Thermal Engineer, Silicon Development (Winter/Spring 2025)

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Tesla

10d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Palo Alto

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a degree in engineering, understand heat transfer and thermodynamics, have experimental and CFD experience, and know thermal control and monitoring.
  • You will assist in thermal management for electronics and cooling systems, supporting multiple teams while working independently in a fast-paced environment. Training and mentorship provided.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or thermals-related field
  • Strong understanding of fundamentals of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics
  • Experience in building test rigs and experimental work
  • Experience in CFD and developing numerical models of thermal/fluid systems is an asset at any level
  • Experience in CFD and developing numerical models of thermal/fluid systems is an asset at any level
  • Working knowledge of thermal control and monitoring

Responsibilities

  • Your application for the Vehicle Hardware Engineering Internship – Thermal Engineering it will be considered across all opportunities for the teams listed below:
  • The Electronic Systems & Autopilot Thermal team is responsible for thermal management of multiple electronics components across Tesla platforms as well as off-vehicle projects. We will provide training and mentorship for our interns, and the expectation is that they can work independently, take responsibility, and can adapt to our fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
  • The Autopilot/DOJO Thermal team is responsible for the design, production, and deployment of the Tesla AI training supercomputer. Thermal systems engineering designs and delivers state of the art cooling systems for the DOJO supercomputer.

FAQs

What is the expected duration of the internship?

The internship is expected to last for a minimum of 12 weeks, starting around January 2025 and continuing through the entire Spring/Winter term, potentially extending into Summer 2025 if available.

Is this position open to international students?

Yes, but if your work authorization is through CPT, you must consult your school before applying. You need to be able to work 40 hours per week.

What are the educational requirements for this internship?

Applicants should be currently pursuing a degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a thermals-related field.

What skills are required for this internship?

Strong understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics is required, along with experience in building test rigs, experimental work, and working knowledge of thermal control and monitoring.

What type of work will interns be involved in?

Interns will work on thermal management of multiple electronics components, contribute to projects related to Tesla's AI training supercomputer, and may receive training and mentorship to help them adapt to a fast-paced work environment.

What is the expected compensation for this internship?

The expected compensation ranges from $20.00 to $50.00 per hour, depending on the applicant's level, along with various benefits.

What benefits are offered to full-time Tesla interns?

Benefits include medical and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) options, employee discounts, and various other financial and wellness benefits.

Where is the internship location?

The internship is located in Palo Alto, California.

Are there any specific projects mentioned for interns in the internship description?

Yes, interns may work with the Electronic Systems & Autopilot Thermal team and the Autopilot/DOJO Thermal team on projects related to thermal management and cooling systems for Tesla’s AI training supercomputer.

Does Tesla provide support for individuals with disabilities during the interview process?

Yes, Tesla is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Applicants can inform their recruiter if they need any accommodations during the interview process.

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.