Internship, Power Systems Modeling , Energy Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)

About the role

Internship, Power Systems Modeling, Energy Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027) | Tesla (Energy Engineering)

Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 284875 | Job Type: Intern/Apprentice

What to Expect

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This position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through the entire Winter/Spring term (i.e through April/May 2027) or into Summer 2027 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.

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Internship Program at Tesla

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Tesla’s Power Systems Modeling team is responsible for dynamic modeling of the Tesla Megapack battery energy storage system (BESS) and its integration with the electric grid. The team develops and validates the RMS and EMT models that represent Megapack behavior in simulation environments used for interconnection and system-impact studies. Tesla is seeking a power systems modeling intern to join the team in developing and validating inverter-based resource models across PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerFactory, TSAT, and MATLAB/Simulink.

Location: Palo Alto, CA

What You'll Do

• Implement user-defined models in RMS and EMT platforms including PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerFactory, TSAT, and MATLAB/Simulink
• Test, debug, and troubleshoot model implementations to confirm simulated performance matches expected converter and plant-level behavior
• Develop automated testing and validation workflows to evaluate model response and maintain consistency of results across simulation platforms
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between simulation platforms and between the RMS and EMT domains
• Document model behavior, assumptions, and limitations to support internal review and external study requests

What You'll Bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Systems, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills with solid fundamentals in power system analysis and classical control theory
• Experience with modeling and simulation of power systems or inverter-based resources
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills applied to simulation models and numerical results
• Scripting and software skills sufficient to implement models and automate test execution in power system analysis tools
• Interest in the dynamic performance and control of inverter-based resources, including grid-following and grid-forming architectures
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment and communicate technical results clearly

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$20.00 - $50.00 + 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.