Tesla
Internship, Thermal Modeling Engineer, Abuse Functional Safety (Winter/Spring 20
Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
What to Expect
Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximatelyMay 2026) orcontinuing intoSummer 2026if available and there is an opportunity to do so.We ask for a minimum of12 weeks, full-time 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. What You'll Do
Geometry cleaning and meshing in STARCCM for new battery pack architectures
Characterize and develop 3D abuse models for cells of all form factors going into next generation battery packs
Thermal modeling to determine risk of thermal runaway propagation in battery packs
Run part design sensitivities to support design decisions to reduce safety risks in battery packs
Data analysis using MATLAB to interpret and find key trends in modeling & testing results
What You'll Bring
Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Proficiency in STAR CCM+ or ANSYS or OpenFOAM or COMSOL
Experience in CATIA/Solidworks (any CAD software), MATLAB or Python
Experience in Thermal modeling, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), numerical methods, heat transfer, hands-on testing and experimental work and multi-physics simulations
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) 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 - $50.00/hour + 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.
Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximatelyMay 2026) orcontinuing intoSummer 2026if available and there is an opportunity to do so.We ask for a minimum of12 weeks, full-time 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. What You'll Do
Geometry cleaning and meshing in STARCCM for new battery pack architectures
Characterize and develop 3D abuse models for cells of all form factors going into next generation battery packs
Thermal modeling to determine risk of thermal runaway propagation in battery packs
Run part design sensitivities to support design decisions to reduce safety risks in battery packs
Data analysis using MATLAB to interpret and find key trends in modeling & testing results
What You'll Bring
Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Proficiency in STAR CCM+ or ANSYS or OpenFOAM or COMSOL
Experience in CATIA/Solidworks (any CAD software), MATLAB or Python
Experience in Thermal modeling, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), numerical methods, heat transfer, hands-on testing and experimental work and multi-physics simulations
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) 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 - $50.00/hour + 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.