Tesla · 7 hours ago
Internship, Robotics Modeling & Simulation Engineer, Optimus (Summer 2026)
Palo Alto, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $55/hr
Start in 2026 SpringTesla is a leading company in the automotive and energy sectors, and they are seeking a Robotics Modeling & Simulation Engineer Intern for Summer 2026. The role involves working on various aspects of robotics architecture, modeling, and control systems to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of robotic simulations and designs.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Work on the architecture and controls for per-joint level systems
Robot modelling architecture
Simulator computation efficiency improvement for CPU/GPU architectures
Abstraction and conversion of joint mechanisms into rigid body trees
Accurate modeling of kinematic chains
Conceptual design of biped robots
Physics/model representations of joints, limbs
Testing of reinforcement learning control policies (simulation and real)
Measurement and matching of model and simulation
Design and support of new mechanism
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field
Experience with controls system development, modeling, and implementation
Background in linear systems analysis, stability, and controller design
Experience, understanding, and intuition for the physics of basic electric propulsion, motion control systems, and heat transfer
Knowledge in control systems including, spring loaded inverted pendulum, zero momentum control, model predictive control, Motor controls, etc
Modeling knowledge in inverse kinematics, inverse/forward dynamics, impedance control, torque control, etc
Fluent with spatial vector arithmetic
Basic design of electric motors & power electronics & control circuits
Familiar with gear reduction mechanisms including Planetary, Belt drives, Harmonics Drives, Magnetic Gears, etc
Excellent skills in Python and C++, Matlab/Simulink
Experience coding in a collaborative environment (GitHub)
Preferred
Bonus: skills in CAD (CATIA, NX, Inventor, Solid Works, etc.)
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
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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