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Internship, Thermal System Modeling Engineer, Energy Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)

Tesla Motors, Inc.
20 - 50 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Sep 15, 2026
What to Expect Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through the entire Winter/Spring term (i.e through April/May 2026) or into Summer 2027 ifavailable. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks,full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site,for most internships. International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your schoolbeforeapplying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year. The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team's success. The Tesla Energy Products team is bringing battery and solar technology to the grid to facilitate a renewable energy ecosystem and redefine the way the world will use energy in the future. As part of theThermal systemteam, you are the thermal systemmodelingintern that supports efforts on reaching optimal performance ofvapor compression cyclethat make Tesla Energy products like Megapack, Supercharger and Powerwall world class. This role requires the ability to apply engineering fundamentals tomodelingof thermal systems that are at the core of Tesla's success. Location: Palo Alto, CA What You'll Do Assist developmentof vapor compression cycle modeling Identify potential of refrigerant system cooling capability/ efficiencyacross various applications Build a platform of modular compression cycle for mechanical design fast iteration What You'll Bring Currently pursuing a Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field Good understanding of Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, andVapor Compression Cycle Familiarity with compressor, refrigerant, and heat exchanger modeling Experience withPython orMatlab Benefits As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for: 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 Expected Compensation $20.00 - $50.00 + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.