Tesla · 21 hours ago
Internship, Launch Engineer, Manufacturing (Summer 2026)
Fremont, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $50/hr
Start in 2026 SpringTesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company, and they are seeking an intern for their Launch Engineering Team. The intern will coordinate and execute production line trials, manage cross-functional production launch activities, and ensure the validation of manufacturing processes to maintain product quality.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Organize manufacturing validation activities for new or revised products into the factory/factories
Ensure that manufacturing trials are well prepared, and manufacturing is restored to control condition after trials
Validate manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved
Assist in root cause identification of failures/problems and assist in building all possible solutions
Provide updates in weekly program and executive reviews for project/program development and implementation status
Assist in troubleshooting of system operational issues related with validation and implementation or part design changes
Track project milestones including task duration and resource usage
Create reports showing critical path activities and schedules
Perform detailed analysis of problems and all possible solutions and review PFMEA and provide technical input in the review process
Ensure proper close-out of the entire project/program by driving and adequate handover with cross-functional teams, driving lessons learned sessions as needed, disposition any excess and obsolesce material
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related field
PMP, PMI certificates or experience in project management is helpful
Experience working with design, development and implementation of projects. Preference in the automotive industry or high speed automated manufacturing lines
Demonstrated ability to facilitate dynamic cross-functional projects with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and test to meet project timelines
Proficient at risk and resources management
Strong verbal and written communication skills with cross-functional stakeholders
Experience working in time critical and fast-paced product development
Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
Strong process and continuous improvement mindset
Hands on and high energy level individual
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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