Alternative Energy, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Facilities Planning, Health Plan, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Mentoring, Orthodontics, Payroll Tax, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Production Systems, Record Keeping, SolidWorks, Stock Purchase Plans, Talent Management, Vision Plan
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start around August 2026 and continue through the entire Fall term (i.e. through December 2026) or into Spring 2027 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.
International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.
The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team's success.
Locations: Palo Alto, CA; Fremont, CA; Austin, TX; Robstown, TX; Reno, NV; Toronto, ON
About the Team
Tesla is looking for a highly motivated engineer to help accelerate the transition to renewable energy. Battery materials manufacturing at a commercial scale presents many distinct challenges, many of which are BIM-related. This internship will focus on improving BIM documentation and play a major role in reality capture of current facilities to guide planning of next stage expansion projects. These efforts are designed to improve existing BIM standards and work processes within the Cathode manufacturing organization. You will be responsible for maximizing the utility of our 3D tools to more efficiently plan future installations. You will join a team focused on cathode manufacturing and development. You will assist in the day-to-day needs of the Cathode Design team and work closely with a senior engineer on future expansion projects. Work will also include working closely with operations, controls, and maintenance resources to support the Cathode manufacturing plant as needed.
- Interface with both Cathode manufacturing resources and Gigafactory Texas BIM resources to improve current systems and documentation
- Work with BIM mentors to scan current process areas to help identify potential current and future clashes.
- Work closely with mechanical and process engineers to ensure current BIM documentation is up to date
- Progression toward a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Virtual Design and Construction preferred. Degrees in Construction Management and Architecture are also considered.
- Evidence of exceptional ability, including a strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and demonstrated ability to leverage this understanding to solve challenging technical problems.
- Required Experience in: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Plant 3D
- Preferred Experience in: Revizto, Solidworks, Inventor, Fabrication CAD MEP, and ReCap
- Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and communication skills.
- Previous internship in a production scale environment is preferred.
Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
- 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