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Internship, Thermal Modeling Engineer, Abuse Functional Safety (Fall 2025)

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Tesla

26d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Palo Alto

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree with proficiency in STAR CCM+, ANSYS, or similar, experience in CAD software, MATLAB/Python, and skills in thermal modeling and CFD.
  • You will clean geometry, mesh in STARCCM, develop 3D abuse models, assess thermal risks, run design sensitivity analyses, and analyze data in MATLAB to identify trends for battery pack safety.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Proficiency in STAR CCM+ or ANSYS or OpenFOAM or COMSOL
  • Experience in CATIA/Solidworks (any CAD software), MATLAB or Python
  • Experience in Thermal modeling, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), numerical methods, heat transfer, hands-on testing and experimental work and multi-physics simulations

Responsibilities

  • Geometry cleaning and meshing in STARCCM for new battery pack architectures
  • Characterize and develop 3D abuse models for cells of all form factors going into next generation battery packs
  • Thermal modeling to determine risk of thermal runaway propagation in battery packs
  • Run part design sensitivities to support design decisions to reduce safety risks in battery packs
  • Data analysis using MATLAB to interpret and find key trends in modeling & testing results

FAQs

What is the expected start date for this internship?

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

How long is the internship program?

The internship is expected to last for a minimum of 12 weeks, continuing through the Fall term, with potential opportunities to extend into Winter/Spring 2026.

Is this position available for part-time work?

No, this internship requires the ability to work 40 hours per week on-site.

Can international students apply for this internship?

Yes, but international students must consult their school regarding work authorization through CPT and their ability to work full-time.

What degrees are acceptable for applicants?

Applicants must be currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

What software proficiency is required for this role?

Proficiency in STAR CCM+, ANSYS, OpenFOAM, or COMSOL is required, along with experience in CAD software such as CATIA or Solidworks, and MATLAB or Python.

What kind of work will the intern be doing?

The intern will be involved in geometry cleaning and meshing, characterizing and developing 3D abuse models, thermal modeling, running design sensitivities, and data analysis.

What is the compensation range for this position?

The expected compensation is $20.00 - $50.00 per hour, plus benefits.

Are there benefits provided to interns?

Yes, as a full-time Tesla intern, you will be eligible for various benefits, including health insurance, dental and vision plans, 401(k), and paid holidays.

Does Tesla provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Tesla is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the interview process and employment.

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

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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.