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Internship, Vehicle Human Factors & Ergonomics, Design Studio (Spring/Summer 2025)

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Tesla

Oct 25

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
    Design
  • Hawthorne

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ergonomic Engineering, or an equivalent degree
  • Experience in occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, or product usability is preferred
  • Knowledge of CAD software, preferably CATIA V6 and V5
  • Knowledge of CAVA and RAMSIS is preferred
  • Experience or understanding of rapid fabrication methods such as 3D printing and hand fabrication
  • Any experience in an automotive design studio such as liaising between automotive stylists, clay modelers, vehicle engineers, and marketing is a plus
  • Knowledge of automotive engineering guidelines, laws and regulations, manufacturing techniques, and automotive product development is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Perform research toward creating comfortable and highly usable spaces for vehicle drivers and passengers
  • Work to develop, validate, and maintain vehicle occupant packages, ergonomic criteria, and processes
  • Work with engineering, design, and program management teams to find and implement optimum ergonomic solutions
  • Perform digital and physical assessments of criteria against styling and engineering proposals
  • Develop and run focus studies to establish ergonomic compliance

FAQs

What is the location for this internship?

The internship is located in Hawthorne, California.

What is the expected start date for this internship?

This position is expected to start around January or February 2025.

How long will the internship last?

The internship will last a minimum of 12 weeks and can continue through the entire Spring term (i.e., through May 2025) or into Summer 2025 if available.

Are international students eligible to apply?

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

What is the expected work schedule for this internship?

The internship requires candidates to work full-time, 40 hours per week, on-site.

What are the qualifications required for this position?

Candidates must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ergonomic Engineering, or an equivalent degree. Experience in occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, or product usability is preferred.

Is experience with CAD software required for this internship?

Yes, knowledge of CAD software, preferably CATIA V6 and V5, is required for this position.

What kind of projects will interns work on during this internship?

Interns will work on occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, and engineering design issues for future vehicles, focusing on creating comfortable and usable spaces for vehicle drivers and passengers.

What is the expected compensation for this internship?

The expected compensation ranges from $20.00 to $50.00 per hour, plus benefits.

What benefits are offered to full-time interns?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) options, employee stock purchase plans, paid holidays, and various other wellness resources.

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.

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