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Internship, Thermal HVAC Controls Engineer, Vehicle Controls (Summer 2025)

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Tesla

6d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Palo Alto

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing an advanced engineering degree, understand heat transfer and thermodynamics, have control systems experience, and know basic embedded firmware in C/C++.
  • You will research and develop thermal management algorithms, build models in Matlab/Simulink/Python, collaborate with engineers, and test your implementations on vehicles to enhance performance and comfort.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing an advanced degree in a relevant Engineering program such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, or Automotive Engineering, or a related field
  • Excellent first principles understanding of heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics
  • Strong background in linear systems analysis, observers, state-estimation, and first principles design and analysis of control systems
  • Project experience in a relevant area such as battery/powertrain thermal management, HVAC and thermal comfort, refrigeration/heat pump systems, or thermal control
  • Basic proficiency with embedded firmware development in C/C++ or similar

Responsibilities

  • Research and develop estimation and control algorithms for thermal management of the powertrain, battery, cabin HVAC, and heat pump
  • Build dynamic thermal system models in Matlab/Simulink/Python or similar and use them to develop and refine control strategies and drive their implementation
  • Work closely with firmware/integration engineers and perform on-vehicle testing to design, implement, test, debug, and calibrate your algorithms on our vehicles
  • Success in this role will help us drive forward the best customer-experience in terms of performance, range, NVH, and cabin comfort

FAQs

When is the expected start date for this internship?

The internship position is expected to start around May 2025 and continue through the Summer term (approximately August 2025), with the possibility of extending into Fall 2025 if available.

How long is the internship?

We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.

What type of students are eligible to apply for this internship?

This internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation should apply for full-time positions, not internships.

Is this internship open to international students?

Yes, 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 kind of projects will I be working on during the internship?

You will research and develop estimation and control algorithms for thermal management of the powertrain, battery, cabin HVAC, and heat pump, among other tasks.

Which software tools will I be using in this role?

You will build dynamic thermal system models in Matlab/Simulink/Python or similar tools, and use them to develop and refine control strategies.

What educational background is required for this internship?

You should be pursuing an advanced degree in a relevant Engineering program such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, or Automotive Engineering, or a related field.

What skills are essential for this position?

A strong understanding of heat transfer, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and linear systems analysis is essential, along with project experience in relevant areas such as thermal management and HVAC systems.

Is any prior experience with embedded firmware development necessary?

Yes, a basic proficiency with embedded firmware development in C/C++ or similar is required.

What is the expected compensation rate for this internship?

The expected compensation rate ranges from $36.06 to $50.48 per hour, along with benefits.

What types of benefits are included for interns?

Interns will be eligible for a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, 401(k), employee stock purchase plans, paid holidays, and more.

Are there any accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the interview process?

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

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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.