Internship, Electrical Test Engineer, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

Electric vehicle and clean energy company accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.
$41,600 - $104,000
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Description For Internship, Electrical Test Engineer, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

Tesla is seeking an Electrical Test Engineer intern to join their Vehicle Engineering team for Summer 2025. This internship opportunity is part of Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. As an intern, you'll work with a diverse team of multi-disciplined engineers, focusing on validating Tesla products through hardware, firmware, and software solutions. The role spans across multiple specialized areas including Low Voltage Component Validation, High Voltage Component Validation, Drive Inverter Testing, ADAS Test Engineering, and more.

The position offers hands-on experience in designing and building custom test equipment, managing technical projects, and developing automated testing solutions. You'll be working full-time, on-site in the San Francisco Bay Area for a minimum of 12 weeks, with potential extension opportunities. The internship provides comprehensive exposure to Tesla's innovative work environment and real-world engineering challenges.

This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing degrees in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Science to gain practical experience in a leading automotive and energy company. The role combines technical expertise with project management skills, offering interns the chance to work on critical team projects while developing professional capabilities.

Tesla offers a competitive compensation package including comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), stock purchase options, and various other perks. The company maintains a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified candidates. This internship is ideal for those passionate about sustainable technology and eager to contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.

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Responsibilities For Internship, Electrical Test Engineer, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

  • Design and build custom test equipment including test PCBAs, harnesses, and system design
  • Manage projects from initial concept through design, assembly, and final commissioning
  • Write and maintain test software to automate test execution, data collection and analysis
  • Develop and maintain validation schedules to coordinate test resources
  • Communicate status to program managers

Requirements For Internship, Electrical Test Engineer, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

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  • Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science or related field
  • Proven technical experience through extracurricular activities, academic projects, or passion projects
  • Experience using power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, probing PCBAs, and reading schematics
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally
  • Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
  • Hands-on experience with system interaction and task automation

Benefits For Internship, Electrical Test Engineer, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical insurance with $0 payroll deduction (Aetna PPO and HSA plans)
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution option
  • Company Paid HSA Contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick time and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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