Tesla
Internship, Motor Controls Engineer, Vehicle Controls (Fall 2025)
Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
What to Expect
Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start around August or September 2025 and continue through the Fall term (ending approximately December 2025) or continuing into Winter/Spring 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 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.
As an Intern on the Motor Controls team, you will model, design, implement, test and benchmark the motor controls of current and future Tesla traction motor drives and low voltage drives. You'll have the opportunity to develop motor control algorithms that will enhance the performance of impactful technologies, such as traction machines, steer-by-wire systems, and Optimus, driving advancements in efficiency and innovation. What You'll Do
Help define requirements for motor control software and interfacing hardware components including voltage and current sensors, power stages, speed sensors Understand, drive design of, and implement motor controller functionality, behaviors, and algorithms
Develop, test, and validate motor control algorithms in the laboratory and in-vehicle
Advance Tesla Motors intellectual property in electric motor design and motor controls
What You'll Bring
Pursing a Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics with a graduation date between December 2025 - May 2026
Strong fundamentals of AC electric motors and drive systems analysis, modeling and control
Solid background in linear systems analysis, stability, and controller design
Basic proficiency with embedded firmware development in C/C++
Model development and data analysis in Matlab/Simulink
Strong communication and preference for working in teams
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 $40.10 - $56.13/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 August or September 2025 and continue through the Fall term (ending approximately December 2025) or continuing into Winter/Spring 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 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.
As an Intern on the Motor Controls team, you will model, design, implement, test and benchmark the motor controls of current and future Tesla traction motor drives and low voltage drives. You'll have the opportunity to develop motor control algorithms that will enhance the performance of impactful technologies, such as traction machines, steer-by-wire systems, and Optimus, driving advancements in efficiency and innovation. What You'll Do
Help define requirements for motor control software and interfacing hardware components including voltage and current sensors, power stages, speed sensors Understand, drive design of, and implement motor controller functionality, behaviors, and algorithms
Develop, test, and validate motor control algorithms in the laboratory and in-vehicle
Advance Tesla Motors intellectual property in electric motor design and motor controls
What You'll Bring
Pursing a Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics with a graduation date between December 2025 - May 2026
Strong fundamentals of AC electric motors and drive systems analysis, modeling and control
Solid background in linear systems analysis, stability, and controller design
Basic proficiency with embedded firmware development in C/C++
Model development and data analysis in Matlab/Simulink
Strong communication and preference for working in teams
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 $40.10 - $56.13/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.