Internship, Packaging Engineer, Supply Chain (Winter/Spring 2024)

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What to Expect

Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start in-person around January and continue through the entire Spring term (i.e. through May/June 2024) or into Summer 2024 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships. Please consider before submitting an application.

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 in-person. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

Internship Program at Tesla

The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow both technically and personally through their experience working closely with their manager, mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows for the intern to experience life at Tesla by giving them projects that are critical to their team’s success.

Multiple Locations Possible

What You’ll Do

Working closely with Packaging Engineers for the development and leading the implementation of cutting edge packaging, Interns will develop needed to effectively protect and integrate with the automated material flow and manufacturing lines. Interns will also contribute to enhancing the development process and supporting tools. 

• Design part packaging to interface with custom production automation equipment and material handling equipment 
• Support automation equipment design as part of the project team developing new custom automation equipment 
• Work with the Design Engineering team to understand part design in order to develop highly optimized packaging solutions for a wide range of parts 
• Work with part suppliers and packaging suppliers to get your designs implemented 

What You’ll Bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in Packaging Engineering, Project Management, Engineering or related fields
• PMP, PMI certificates or experience in project management is helpful for project management interns
• Solidworks, Catia, CAD software, TOPS/CAPE, ArtiosCAD can all be helpful skills
• Experience working with design, development and implementation of packaging projects. Preference in the automotive industry or high-speed automated lines
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate dynamic cross-functional projects with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and test to meet project timelines
• Proficient at-risk management and communication
• Experience working in time critical and fast-paced product development
• Strong record keeping and organizational skills necessary

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

$16.35 – $33.65 + 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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