Tesla · 1 day ago
Internship, Chemical Engineer, Cell Engineering (Summer 2026)
Austin, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringTesla is seeking an intern for the Chemical Engineer position in Cell Engineering for Summer 2026. The role involves working directly with engineers on various projects including mass and energy balance model development, plant commissioning, and battery recycling processes, providing hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
In this role, interns work directly with engineers and engineering technician on one of areas including mass and energy balance model development, new equipment at mini pilot/pilot scale design-built-commission, and engineering test planning and execution
You will be supporting the crystallization team, working with engineering and operation departments to prepare for plant commissioning and start-up
You will interface with organizations across Tesla, Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Operations, and the Executive team
You’ll be working alongside a multi-disciplinary team on the design of a first-of-a-kind plant to ensure readiness for both construction and operations
You will join a team focused on recycling and primary metals refining
You will assist in the day-to-day operation of multiple lab and pilot facilities
You will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the production process of lithium compounds used in the manufacturing of Tesla's electric vehicle batteries
You will actively support commissioning and startup activities of the new refinery
Intern will participate in the development, measurement, and production of new cathode active materials and engineering / troubleshooting of the processes / measurements by which these powders are produced
You will develop systems for operations, training, dashboard visualization of KPIs, inventory management and automation of manufacturing steps at pilot scale
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
Knowledge of chemistry, thermodynamics, engineering fundamentals, Li-ion batteries, cathode materials, or powder processing
Proficiency in using engineering software and tools (e.g., MATLAB, AutoCAD, Plant 3D)
Experience in ASPEN, Power BI, Tableau, Python, R, TwinCat programming
Experience in a R&D, powder production equipment, or materials development work
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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