Soft Trim & Seat Development Intern - Soft Trim & Seat Design, Design Studio

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.   

About the Team 

Interns within Soft Trim & Seat Development will support the development, production, and testing of current & future vehicle designs. Your scope of work will be a combination of development and program management depending on team requirements, challenging you to come up with creative solutions to affect rigorous quality and cost-down targets. Additionally, you will work collaboratively with cross-functional partners, external vendors, and suppliers. 

Location: Austin, TX

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of seat trim covers
• Support Tesla release process  
• Support the creation/modification of catia drawings  
• Support supplier meetings to follow up on tasks and issues 
• Support the program management of all ongoing projects  

Job Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant engineering program such as textile engineering or related field 
• Strong background in technical concepts, production and manufacturing processes, and part and assembly design 
• Experience with CAD modeling 
• Strong problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to learn concepts quickly 
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results on difficult projects with tight deadlines