Tesla · 16 hours ago
Internship, Powertrain, Manufacturing Automation Controls Engineering (Summer 2026)
Sparks, NV
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerTesla is a leading company in sustainable energy and manufacturing technology, and they are seeking an intern for their Powertrain Manufacturing Controls team. The intern will work under the guidance of a controls engineer to design and implement machine program functionality on new manufacturing lines for vehicle and energy products.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Program PLCs using ladder logic and structured text (Siemens and Beckhoff)
Create intuitive operator touchscreen interfaces (WinCC, Ignition, TwinCAT HMI)
Design industrial electrical panels, field wiring and machine safety circuits (ePLAN, AutoCAD)
Program machinery for material pick-and-place, fastening, dispensing, conveyance, etc
Interface machinery with MES and reports results to quality databases
Program vision cameras for inspection and 2D/3D machinery guidance (Cognex, Keyence)
Program and interface to industrial 6-axis robots (Fanuc, Kuka)
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science or a related field
Programming proficiency in PLC or industrial controllers (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff) using ladder logic and structured text, or similar academic platforms (Raspberry Pi, Arduino) in lieu
Hands-on experience wiring, assembling, troubleshooting and fixing electro-mechanical devices
Familiar with common hand and diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters)
Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
Willing to work extended hours as necessary
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
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
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
Recent News
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