What To Expect
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start August/September 2025 and continue through the entire Fall term (i.e. through approx December 2025) or into Winter/Spring 2026 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.
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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.
The Product Engineering Intern – Powerwall will be a key member of the Residential Energy Product Engineering
team that is responsible for delivering end to end products and features to support Tesla’s residential energy
business. This role will be focused on defining and launching software features and functionalities needed to scale
our product line, including Powerwall, Solar Inverter, and Wall Connector. Additionally, they will be a contributor
towards the scoping and development of our next generation of energy products that will support Tesla’s
residential energy business.
This is multi-faceted role where flexibility to apply your skills to a variety of projects to support changing product
needs is a must. Ability to understand customer and market desires, combined with a solid technical foundation is
expected. This role will define and execute features that maximize the value of the home energy ecosystem and
communicate this value in a customer-focused way (think Spotify Wrapped). Members of our team display a rock-
solid work ethic, team-oriented personality, creativity, passion, and a desire to lead the adoption of renewable
energy storage at scale.
Location: Palo Alto, CA
What You'll Do
Collect market information from customers and global sales teams to understand customer needsPerform technical analysis to understand product requirements Prepare internal and external documents for product features Organize and lead internal demos of product features Derive actionable insights from Tesla datasets to create compelling product marketing materials Work with Program and Product Managers to track progress/highlight risks to program and roadmap
What You'll Bring
Pursuing a Degree in Engineering, Data Science, Business, or related field Blend of technical skills, business acumen, and customer empathy to effectively bridge the gap between user needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Creative thinker with a customer-focused mindset Exceptional communication and documentation skills Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Proficiency with Excel to perform modeling and analytical studies Deep passion for energy and accelerating the energy transition Experience with market research and user surveysKnowledge of UX principles and experience collaborating with designers on wireframes and mockupsKnowledge of Solar and/or Battery SystemsFamiliarity or interest in Internet of Things (IoT) and smart home technologiesExperience in software development, electrical engineering, and/or residential electrical systems
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 - $50.00/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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