Tesla · 2 days ago
Internship, Process Engineer, Manufacturing (Summer 2026)
Fremont, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $50/hr
Start in 2026 SpringTesla is seeking a Process Engineer Intern for the summer of 2026. The role involves implementing, developing, and optimizing production methodologies in manufacturing operations while collaborating with various engineering teams to enhance manufacturability and improve processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop an expertise in manufacturing processes. Understand process capabilities through critical data analysis and in depth understanding of the product
Take leadership role in Design for Manufacturing team to ensure early manufacturing consideration in design cycle
Analyze and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness in cost effective means while driving to achieve world-class quality levels and championing continuous improvement projects to maximize yield, capacity, and capability
Develop and modify line layouts, key KPIs, such as quality, safety, rate, downtime, and manpower requirement; set targets and drive projects to meet those targets from the product conception phase to the production launch
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by characterizing and optimizing existing processes, reducing waste by the utilization of lean manufacturing tools and concepts such as value stream mapping, line balancing, waste reduction, etc
Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Quality Engineering and other teams to define, qualify and track new processes and all associated work instructions, equipment, tools, materials, and training
Champion in the maintenance of FMEAs and Control Plans and ensure processes provide a high level of safety and ergonomic compliance
Understand process capabilities through critical data analysis and in depth understanding of the product. Develop specifications to assist in process improvement, including assembly equipment, storage equipment, and standard and specialized line display equipment
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field
You must be self-managed and committed to working in a fast-paced environment
Hands-on experience is a must
Professional and positive communication skills
Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
Preferred
Previous internship and/or project experience is a plus
Benefits
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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