Tesla · 22 hours ago
Internship, Materials Engineering (Summer 2026)
Fremont, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $50/hr
Start in 2026 SpringTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, and they are seeking an intern for their Materials Engineering team for the summer of 2026. The intern will work on various projects related to materials testing, engineering, and development, collaborating closely with experienced engineers across different teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Work with other engineers and technicians in support of the hands-on operation of Additive Manufacturing (AM) machines and post-processing
Collaborate with tool design engineers to develop and optimize parts to leverage additive manufacturing technology
Characterize fabricated parts to understand defects and mechanical properties such as Charpy, Tensile test, and metallography
Monitor, troubleshoot and correct issues associated with process or equipment
Support the design and develop technically complex processes for finishing/coating products
Work closely with internal cross-functional teams, external vendors and technology partners on process development from concept to production
Develop, execute and interpret results of Design of Experiments (DOE)
Work on alloy development, failure analysis, material characterization and process development
Take on the role of a Materials Test Engineer and be given ownership of a technical project
Work closely with engineering teams in the early phases of design to suggest and implement the best joining methods for systems
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Materials Science or a related field
Proficient in 3D CAD tools and/or Simulation tools (CATIA, Solidworks, Delmia, and Witness or similar such as TC, Process Designer, Process Simulate would be considered an advantage)
Strong fundamental understanding of mechanical, thermal, electrical, and physical properties of materials
Preferred
Experience in Catia, NX, Magics, 3DXperts, NTop preferred
Experience in developing, executing and interpreting results of Design of Experiments (DOE)
Familiar with Catia, SolidWorks, Inventor, and/or AutoCAD
Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: paint, coatings, adhesives, soft goods, or structural plastics (thermoplastics)
Proficiency in coding, particularly with Python and Matlab is a plus
Additional skills in material characterization and data processing/visualization is a plus
Experience selecting fasteners, analyzing, and optimizing bolted joints would be a plus
Experience with CATIA V5/V6 and SolidWorks would be advantageous
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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