Internship, Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

Electric vehicle and clean energy company accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy
$41,600 - $104,000
Backend
Software Engineering Intern
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
Automotive

Description For Internship, Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

Tesla is offering an exciting internship opportunity for Summer 2025 in their Vehicle Engineering division, focusing on Technical Program Management. This role is perfect for engineering students passionate about sustainable energy and automotive innovation. As an intern, you'll be working directly with Tesla's vehicle engineering teams across various domains including Battery Engineering, Drive Systems, Exteriors, and more.

The position offers hands-on experience in managing critical technical programs that directly impact Tesla's vehicle development. You'll be responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams, setting priorities, and ensuring timely delivery of products and features. This role provides unique exposure to Tesla's innovative vehicle engineering processes and sustainable energy mission.

The ideal candidate should be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, or related fields. You'll need to demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, systems-level thinking, and practical experience with engineering tools like CAD and PLM systems. The role requires both technical expertise and program management skills, offering a perfect blend of engineering and leadership development.

Working at Tesla means joining a company at the forefront of sustainable energy and innovative automotive technology. The internship provides comprehensive benefits including medical insurance with zero payroll deduction, 401(k) options, and various other perks. You'll be based in either the San Francisco Bay Area or Austin, working full-time for a minimum of 12 weeks with potential extension opportunities.

This internship is an excellent opportunity to contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy while gaining valuable experience in technical program management within the automotive industry. You'll work alongside talented engineers and leaders, developing both technical and professional skills essential for a successful career in engineering management.

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Responsibilities For Internship, Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

  • Enable delivery of customer values by setting priorities
  • Execute and deliver on committed products and features
  • Resolve cross-team dependencies
  • Improve cost, quality, and scalability
  • Identify risks and problems
  • Work with Battery Engineering, Drive Systems, Exteriors, Interiors, and other vehicle engineering teams

Requirements For Internship, Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Chemical Engineering or related field
  • Proven leadership success through extracurricular activities or projects
  • Experience in CAD, 3D Modeling, 2D engineering assembly drawings, PLM systems
  • Systems level thinking ability
  • Detail-oriented with solid technical documentation skills
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals
  • Experience solving open-ended engineering problems
  • Strong collaboration skills
  • Interest in Tesla's sustainable energy mission

Benefits For Internship, Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Engineering (Summer 2025)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
  • Medical insurance with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans
  • HSA contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick time and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts

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