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Instrumentation & Electrical Intern - Cathode Materials

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Austin, TX, USA
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Requirements
  • Understand how industrial control systems, including programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, and supervisory control and data acquisition, support continuous manufacturing.
  • Have exposure to servicing instrumentation and other automated systems.
  • Understand real-world applications of electrical, pneumatic, and instrumentation principles.
  • Understand problem-solving techniques used in fast-paced, high-availability environments.
  • Understand the importance of documentation, safety compliance, and teamwork in production operations.
  • Have exposure to greenfield and brownfield project workflows, from design to implementation.
  • Have command of the English language, both written and verbal.
  • Be willing to stand, walk, and move around the plant for extended periods.
  • Be able to access equipment in tight or elevated spaces with supervision.
  • Be comfortable using hand tools and working with personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and gloves.
  • Be able to lift up to 25 pounds with assistance if needed.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with daily monitoring and support of process control systems, including supervisory control and data acquisition, human-machine interfaces, and programmable logic controller-based automation.
  • Support troubleshooting minor control system issues under the guidance of senior technicians, including alarm diagnostics and basic input/output checks.
  • Learn to read and interpret basic electrical schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams, and input/output lists.
  • Help document and track equipment issues, contributing to maintenance logs and root cause analysis reports.
  • Support setup and testing of new control system features or upgrades during planned maintenance or capital projects.
  • Shadow technicians during equipment maintenance, repair, and commissioning activities.
  • Practice safe work habits by wearing required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, and fall protection when applicable, and participate in team meetings, safety drills, and technical training sessions.
  • Work night shifts or be on-call only if part of a structured internship rotation.

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Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Austin, TX

Founded

2003

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What believers are saying

  • Sales are growing again: revenue rose 26% to $28.2 billion in the June 2026 quarter, after falling 3% in 2025.
  • Software adds income beyond cars: paid users of its supervised self-driving feature rose 56% to 1.48 million by June 2026.
  • Hiring is back: Tesla's headcount grew 7% to 134,785 by December 2025, after layoffs shrank it 11% in 2024.

What critics are saying

  • Growth isn't reaching profit: operating profit fell 57% to $398 million in the June 2026 quarter, a 1.4% margin.
  • Alphabet's Waymo is far ahead in robotaxis: Texas records in May 2026 listed 577 Waymo vehicles to Tesla's 42.
  • Stock grants have lost value: Tesla shares fell 17% in 2026 through October 8, after a December 2025 record.

What makes Tesla unique

  • Energy storage punches above its weight: Tesla's energy unit made 13% of 2025 sales but 22% of gross profit.
  • Tesla set the charging standard: Ford, GM and all major EV sellers in North America adopted its plug by 2024.
  • Robots are written into Musk's pay: his 2025 award sets goals of 1 million humanoid robots and 1 million robotaxis.

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  • Flexible Work Hours

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