Internship, Electrical Engineer, Project Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027) Tesla Motors, Inc. 30 - 40 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Sep 12, 2026

What to Expect Consider beforesubmittingan application: This position is expected to start around January or February 2027 and continue through the entire Spring term (ending approximately May 2027 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program.

Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.

International Students:

If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year. The Project Engineering, Utility Deployment team focuses on accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy through the technical execution and deployment of Tesla's energy storage systems at utility scale. What You'll Do

Support the application of electrical and power systems knowledge to help identify solutions for large-scale utility projects

Assist in the review of single line drawings, communication wiring diagrams, and BESS system layouts

Assist in tracking project scope, schedules, and stakeholder updates to help keep all parties in sync

Develop an understanding of engineering, construction, and permitting concepts and rules of conduct through hands-on project exposure

Support cross-functional teams by contributing to discussions and helping drive innovative solutions

Shadow and assist senior engineers in interfacing with internal stakeholders (Project Managers, Product Engineers, Sales) and external partners (utilities, AHJs, contractors, and end customers) What You'll Bring

Basic understanding of design rules, constructability, permitting, utility requirements, and engineering fundamentals

Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Strong work ethic with a collaborative, team-oriented personality

Creative, passionate, and excited to contribute to a constantly evolving technology landscape

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

$30.00 - $40.00 + 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.