Internship, Technical Product Management and Program Management, Energy Engineering (Summer 2024)

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What to Expect

Consider before submitting an application:  
This position is expected to start around May 2024 and continue through the entire Summer term (i.e. through August 2024) or into Fall 2024 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most 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 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. 

Locations: Palo Alto, CA, Fremont, CA, Austin, TX

What You’ll Do

Qualified applicants may be reviewed by one or more of the following teams: 

Energy Product Manager

• The team is responsible for commercial/industrial products (Megapack, Powerpack) across our three core segments: utilities, commercial & industrial, and microgrids. You will be a key technical member of a cross-functional team of Hardware, Software, and Service product managers that focuses on defining new commercial and utility storage products and applications across global markets. while supporting the ongoing development of technical content for sales, finance, and engineering teams for Tesla’s industrial energy products.

Energy Service Engineering 

• The Energy Service NPI enables a healthy fleet of Energy products by coordinating the launch and scale of systems, tools, and information to empower Tesla to resolve unique and challenging technical problems in the deployed fleet efficiently and at scale. 
• We interface with virtually every team and system at Tesla, making our team one of the most FUN to be on. We get to help solve some of Tesla’s most interesting and complex problems, like how to replace 2,000-pound battery modules in industrial storage sites around the world and how to design the most cost-effective AND most serviceable chargers for Semi Trucks. We use data analytics, custom software, mechanical, electrical, process, and industrial engineering expertise to tackle these problems with Design Engineering, Field Service, Tooling, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, and many more teams.

Hardware Design, Energy & Power Electronics Products

• We are looking for an intern to work on hardware design of our energy products including Powerwall, Solar Inverter, Backup Switch, Wall Connector, and other AC Chargers, Megapack, Supercharger, Vehicle and Energy products, and Power Converters. In this position, intern will support the Program Managers in the Energy Products Engineering team to coordinate complex, multi-disciplinary projects, developing requirements and timelines, and helping to usher these projects through to completion. Candidate should feel comfortable with mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, data and basic data management tools, and be able to quickly share updates on progress. Intern will work on new products or sustaining improvements for existing Energy products. The Energy Products organization architects, designs, builds, tests, and services Tesla’s Energy products

 Special Operations Charging

• Tesla sets the bar for what a trustworthy & resilient charging network can be. The Charging Operations team ensures that Tesla continues to deliver the best possible charging customer experience through proactive engagement and growth of the global charging network.
• The Special Operations Intern works on the North America Charging Operations team. This dynamic & fast-paced project management role is responsible for logistics, coordination, documentation & processes and deployment planning for Charging Mobile Assets. Projects may include planning for peak network utilization and resiliency events which are critical for customer experience and network uptime. The individual will work closely with a wide range of internal stakeholders including logistics, field service, engineering, internal systems, and Charging leaders.

 Charging Infrastructure Deployment

• Tesla leads the way in manufacturing, deployment, and operation of the most trustworthy & resilient EV charging network in the world. The Charging team ensures that Tesla continues to deliver the best possible charging customer experience through proactive engagement and growth of the global level 2 and level 3 charging network, for all EV owners.

Energy Software Firmware Technical Program Manager

• As a Program Manager Intern, you will be responsible for leading a wide variety of cross-functional projects across energy firmware, system integration, firmware validation, and triage support. In this role, you will lead the design and development of some of the most advanced and sophisticated firmware integration projects in the world, with unparalleled agility. This internship is a unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals who are pioneering technologies that will transform the energy landscape. If you are eager to take on challenges, learn from the best, and drive innovation, we invite you to join our dynamic team and be part of the revolution in the energy industry. 

What You’ll Bring

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent

Please note that the skills listed below are suggestions and not strict prerequisites

Energy | Hardware Design 

• Experience in leading teams, and proven ability to drive initiatives to conclusion
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and navigate through an ambiguous environment; enjoys challenges
• Ability to deliver results through influence without authority
•  Desired to be proficient in Microsoft Office, JIRA, Confluence, and Git

Energy | Special Operations Charging

• Ability to manage multiple projects with an eye for efficiency and priority
• Ability to anticipate challenges and solve before they become costly to correct

Energy | Charging Infrastructure Deployment

• Proven analytical background and laser-sharp attention to detail
• Experience with managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge and/or experience with electrical (e.g., AC/DC systems, single line diagrams) systems
• Knowledge and/or experience with civil (e.g., concrete & rebar, asphalt, and/or mechanical components) techniques and processes
• Familiarity with construction drawings and/or engineering design best practices, construction management and national codes
• Knowledge and/or experience with talking to permitting authorities and be able to explain new concepts that may not fit “the book” with the goal to educate and persuade them in the direction of an expedited permitting process

Energy | Software Firmware Technical Program Manager

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering fields with evidence of exceptional ability
• Experience managing end-to-end product deployment — from concept through development and successful launch
• Familiarity with firmware and software system development concepts
• Experience building, developing, and managing highly effective project management tools and processes
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills with ability to work in a highly cross- functionally environment
• Excellent organization and delegation skills with ability to own the product roadmap and schedule with a track record of delivering projects on-time
• Ability to inspire confidence in multiple layers of management from executive to associate levels, as the face of your projects
• Ability to work with limited resources, independently, tight deadlines, and with urgency
• Exceptional ability to keep simultaneous projects moving forward
• Preferred: Past internship experience in engineering field. Proficient with MS Office including project, PowerPoint and other program/project mgmt. tools

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick time after 90 days of employment 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 – $60.00 + 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.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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