About the role#
Tesla is looking for interns to join the Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS) team for the Winter and Spring 2027 terms. You will work under the mentorship of EHS specialists and managers to support operations across production, engineering, and construction. This is a full-time, on-site internship requiring a minimum commitment of 12 weeks.
What you'll do#
- Lead or support projects focused on equipment safety, industrial hygiene, occupational ergonomics, sustainability, and environmental compliance.
- Conduct safety walkthroughs, audits, and deliver training to employees.
- Participate in workplace incident analysis and help drive corrective actions.
- Collaborate with construction management to ensure safety program compliance and manage project risks.
- Ensure site conformance to Federal, State, County, and City environmental regulations.
- Identify methods for hazardous waste management and improvements for stormwater and wastewater systems.
- Gather and analyze data to support sustainability goals.
- Maintain building fire protection systems and provide initial emergency response.
- Perform quantitative exposure assessments for noise and chemicals and prepare hazard communication materials.
- Develop and maintain project metrics while participating in policy and procedure development.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Environmental Studies, Industrial Safety, Public Health, Safety, or a related field.
- Previous work experience or internships in a relevant area of expertise.
- Experience or knowledge of Tableau, Power BI, SQL, or Python.
- Ability to maintain project metrics and ensure compliance with corporate and government policies.
- A self-starting, analytical, and resourceful mindset.
- Ability to adapt to change.
Location & details#
- Locations: Fremont, California; Palo Alto, California; Sparks, Nevada; Austin, Texas; Buffalo, New York.
- Term: Winter 2027 and Spring 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: $22.00 - $31.00 per hour plus benefits.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About Tesla
Tesla produces electric vehicles, battery storage systems, and solar energy products. Founded in 2003, the company operates six vertically integrated factories across three continents. It is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and employs over 10,000 people. The organization designs, manufactures, sells, and services its products internally.
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