Internship, Electrical Engineer, Project Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)

About the role

Internship, Electrical Engineer, Project Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027) | Tesla (Energy Engineering)

Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 283259 | Job Type: Intern/Apprentice

What to Expect

Consider before submitting an application

This position is expected to start around January or February 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.

The Project Engineering, Utility Deployment team focuses on accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy through the technical execution and deployment of Tesla’s energy storage systems at utility scale.

What You'll Do

• Support the application of electrical and power systems knowledge to help identify solutions for large-scale utility projects
• Assist in the review of single line drawings, communication wiring diagrams, and BESS system layouts
• Assist in tracking project scope, schedules, and stakeholder updates to help keep all parties in sync
• Develop an understanding of engineering, construction, and permitting concepts and rules of conduct through hands-on project exposure
• Support cross-functional teams by contributing to discussions and helping drive innovative solutions
• Shadow and assist senior engineers in interfacing with internal stakeholders (Project Managers, Product Engineers, Sales) and external partners (utilities, AHJs, contractors, and end customers)

What You'll Bring

• Basic understanding of design rules, constructability, permitting, utility requirements, and engineering fundamentals
• Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Strong work ethic with a collaborative, team-oriented personality
• Creative, passionate, and excited to contribute to a constantly evolving technology landscape

Benefits

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for

• Medical plans > 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), 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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$30.00 - $40.00 + benefitsPay 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.