Tesla · 18 hours ago
Internship, Electrical Engineer, Energy Engineering (Summer 2026)
Palo Alto, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerTesla is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to support the design and development of test systems and facilities infrastructure for Tesla Energy product development. This role involves collaborating with engineers to design robust test hardware and lab facilities, contributing to the acceleration of the world's transition to sustainable energy.
EnergyElectric VehicleTransportationManufacturingRenewable EnergyAutomotive
Responsibilities
Assist in designing electrical schematics and layouts for test setups and lab infrastructure using tools like AutoCAD or Altium
Support the specification and selection of electrical components (e.g., panels, wiring, DAQs) for test equipment and electrical schedules
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical and mechanical systems in test environments
Assist project engineering in defining electrical requirements, attend site walks, and weekly reviews
Participate in troubleshooting and validating test setups, including wiring for PLCs, I/O, and DAQ hardware
Capture electrical designs to effectively communicate to end users
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Coursework or project experience in electrical design, controls, or automation systems
Basic understanding of electrical schematics and power distribution
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
Experience with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium) or CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD)
Exposure to industrial automation tools (e.g., PLCs, DAQs) through projects or coursework
Familiarity with high-power or high-voltage systems
Hands-on experience in electromechanical systems projects (e.g., robotics, Formula SAE, solar car)
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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