3D Modeling, Analysis Skills, Assembly Drawings, Automation, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CATIA CAD, Childcare, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Control Engineering, Cross-Functional, Design for Assembly (DFA), Employee Assistance Plan, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Health Plan, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Technology, Mentoring, Metalworking, Orthodontics, Payroll Tax, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Product Design, Project/Program Management, Quality Engineering, Safety Standards, SolidWorks, Stock Purchase Plans, Talent Management, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Vision Plan
Consider before submitting an application.
This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term ending approximately December 2026 or later if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site for most internships.
Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not 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.
### Internship Program at Tesla
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 provide an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their teams success.
Multiple Locations Possible:
- Fremont, CA
- Palo Alto, CA
- Austin, TX
- Reno, NV
- Lathrop, CA
- Buffalo, NY
### About Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering at Tesla
Tesla is seeking highly motivated post-secondary interns to develop and engineer new processes and high-volume automation equipment.
You will work closely with Teslas internal Product, Design, Operations, Facilities, Production, and Quality Engineering teams and coordinate cross-functional design activities with tool vendors to build the machine that builds the machines. You will assume full ownership of the design and technical transfer of the line tools to Tesla Operations, qualifying them for use with the highest standards of safety, quality, and output.
Your application will be considered across a range of opportunities within the larger Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering organization, a piece of our Vehicle Engineering function, including but not limited to the below teams:
- Manufacturing Engineering
- General Assembly
- Body Manufacturing Engineering
- Optimus Manufacturing
- Quality
- Data Engineering
- Plastics Engineering
- Stamping & Tooling Engineering
- Joining Engineering
- Metal Forming
- Manufacturing Technical Program Management
- Vehicle Manufacturing Controls Engineering
Requirements:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience is a must.
- Excellent grasp of engineering fundamentals.
- Proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software such as CATIA or SOLIDWORKS.
- Experience with semi-automated/automated manufacturing equipment.
- Experience in a high-volume factory environment.
- Experience with design of tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
- Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
- Understanding of statistical tools such as Process Capability (Cp, Cpk) and Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility.
- Experience with 3D modeling.
- Experience with part and assembly 2D drawing.
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to learn concepts quickly.
- Understanding of Geometric Design & Tolerance (GD&T).
### 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).
- 401k, 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.
### Expected Compensation
$20.00 - $50.00
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.