Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Analysis Engineering Intern

Thermal & Fluids EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Internship · Winter 2027, Spring 2027No salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Completed coursework in statics, dynamics, and materials science.
Has experience with Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Volume Methods, and multidisciplinary domains such as single- or multi-phase Computational Fluid Dynamics, thermal analysis, and coupled electrical-thermal Computer-Aided Engineering.
Has applied experience with COMSOL, ANSYS-FLUENT, and STAR-CCM+.
Has demonstrated experience with stand-alone or coupled analysis of electronic components for thermal, fluid mechanics, electromagnetism, and structural performance.
Has exposure to high-voltage battery design and optimization or automotive product development.
Can deliver analysis under tight timelines, logically and analytically deconstruct complex test scenarios, and work in iterative, collaborative engineering environments.

Responsibilities

Work on projects supporting the design and production of current and future products.
Support manufacturing-centric designs using Computer-Aided Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics, and Finite Element Analysis simulations, balancing performance, durability, crash safety, fatigue, battery safety, and innovative manufacturing methods.
Perform simulations to evaluate subsystem and full-product attributes, including thermal, fluid, electrical, and structural performance.
Build and calibrate models using existing frameworks or novel academic or industry methods, correlating results with test data.
Analyze test data, identify root causes of discrepancies, and produce clear, data-driven reports for design feedback.
Conduct Design of Experiments and Design for Six Sigma optimization studies on components and assemblies to meet mass, cost, and performance targets.
Collaborate with Design, Test, and Modeling teams to enhance predictive capabilities, provide thermal, hydraulic, and electrical feedback, and contribute to Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis and specifications.
Participate in feasibility analyses for manufacturing, assembly, and service processes.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with MATLAB and Simulink.

Category	Engineering & Information Technology
Location	Palo Alto, California
Requisition ID	287390
Type	Intern/Apprentice

Job Description

Consider before submitting an application:   This position is expected to start around January 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.    Internship Program at Tesla  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 provide an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success. Multiple Locations Possible: Palo Alto, CA; Fremont, CA   Your application will be considered across all opportunities for the teams listed below: <ul class="tds-list tds-list--unordered"><li>Battery Analysis, Battery Engineering </li><li>CAE, Drive Systems  </li><li>CAE, Hardware Test Engineering </li><li>Vehicle Dynamics Modeling </li></ul>

Job Responsibilities

Analysis Engineering interns will work on projects supporting the design and production of current & future products
Support manufacturing-centric designs using CAE, CFD, and FEA simulations, balancing performance, durability, crash safety, fatigue, battery safety, and innovative manufacturing methods
Perform simulations to evaluate sub-systems and full product attributes, including thermal, fluid, electrical, and structural performance
Build and calibrate models using existing frameworks or novel academic/industry methods, correlating with test data
Analyze test data, root-cause discrepancies, and produce clear, data-driven reports for design feedback
Conduct optimization studies (e.g., DOE/DFSS) on components/assemblies to meet mass, cost, and performance targets
Collaborate with Design, Test, and Modeling teams to enhance predictive capabilities, provide thermal/hydraulic/electrical feedback, and contribute to DFMEA/specifications
Participate in feasibility analyses for manufacturing, assembly, and service processes

Job Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Completion of statics, dynamics, and materials science courses
Strong problem-solving skills and interest in analytical/numerical techniques
Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Finite Volume Methods, and multidisciplinary domains (e.g., single/multi-phase CFD, thermal, coupled electrical-thermal CAE)
Applied experience in COMSOL, ANSYS-FLUENT, STAR-CCM+; MATLAB and Simulink preferred
Demonstrated experience in stand-alone or coupled analysis of electronic components for thermal, fluid mechanics, electro-magnetism, and structural performance
Exposure to HV battery design/optimization or automotive product development
Proven ability to deliver analysis under tight timelines, deconstruct complex test scenarios with logic/analytics, and thrive in iterative, collaborative engineering environments

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

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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