What To Expect
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start around August 2024 and continue through the entire Fall term (i.e through December 2024) or into Spring 2025 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) 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.
Location: Palo Alto, CA
What You'll Do
Your application for the Vehicle Hardware Engineering Internship – Thermal Engineering it will be considered across all opportunities for the teams listed below:
The Electronic Systems & Autopilot Thermal team is responsible for thermal management of multiple electronics components across Tesla platforms as well as off-vehicle projects. We will provide training and mentorship for our interns, and the expectation is that they can work independently, take responsibility, and can adapt to our fast-paced and dynamic work environment. The Autopilot/DOJO Thermal team is responsible for the design, production, and deployment of the Tesla AI training supercomputer. Thermal systems engineering designs and delivers state of the art cooling systems for the DOJO supercomputer.
What You'll Bring
Currently pursing a Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or thermals-related fieldStrong understanding of fundamentals of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamicsExperience in building test rigs and experimental workExperience in CFD and developing numerical models of thermal/fluid systems is an asset at any levelExperience in CFD and developing numerical models of thermal/fluid systems is an asset at any levelWorking knowledge of thermal control and monitoring
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) LGBTQ+ care concierge services 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 - $55.00/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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