About the role#
Tesla is looking for an intern to join the Energy Engineering team. You will work on hardware design and manufacturing for automotive and energy storage products, including the Cybertruck, Powerwall, and Megapack. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Palo Alto, California. The internship requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks at 40 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Simulate and design power converters for automotive and energy storage applications.
- Assist with the validation and debugging of power converters.
- Work alongside mechanical, PCB layout, and firmware engineering teams to design, validate, and manufacture hardware.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Masters or Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Solid understanding of how switched power converters operate.
- Experience with high voltage testing above 400 V.
- Lab experience using basic tools like oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and signal generators.
- Familiarity with schematics capture, power converter circuit simulation, and analog or digital circuit design.
- Experience with Altium Designer and communication protocols like CAN, I2C, and SPI is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Palo Alto, California.
- Terms: Winter, Spring, or Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: $20.00 to $60.00 per hour plus benefits.
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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