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Internship Program at Tesla
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Location: Fremont, CA
About
In this role you will develop the skills and learn the process for approving appearance parts for color, appearance quality, and harmony. You will engage with suppliers, giving direction based on the product target and approving/rejecting parts. The Design Quality Team interfaces with Design and Engineering to gain an understanding of design intent and develops product with suppliers as a champion of that.
What You'll Do
Engage with suppliers to provide direction based on the product target and approval or rejecting parts Conduct vehicle reviews to assess technical perceived and aesthetic quality of interior and exterior components – throughout development stages Coordinate with Tesla Product Excellence/Industrialization Teams to support color and appearance harmony reviews Manage timing, parts documents (AARs) and the supply base through the supplier portal Assist in the development and design of various vehicle engineering parts as well as manufacturing processes
What You'll Bring
Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field Basic to intermediate knowledge of materials: textiles, leather, PUR, vacuum forming, colorants, paints, plating Working knowledge of automotive components Proficient in Microsoft Office tools Strong communication skills and confidence when giving feedback Process/assembly knowledge: injection molding is a plus Must meet minimum requirement for Color Blindness and Color Vision Skill Test (test will be administered during interview process)
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick time after 90 days of employment 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 - $30.00/hour + benefits
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.
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