You should be pursuing a Bachelor's in Industrial Design, possess a positive attitude, and value professionalism. Previous internships or project experience is a plus.

You will create concepts, use Photoshop and Illustrator, sketch and render ideas, model in CAD software, prototype physically, and collaborate with various teams to solve design challenges.

Design

Creative Arts & Fashion

United States

Hawthorne

Large

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.

Automotive

Tesla

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.



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        Design
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        Hawthorne, California
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        226969
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        Intern/Apprentice
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     Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
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     What to Expect
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       Consider before submitting an application:
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       This position is expected to start around January or February 2025 and continue through the entire Spring term (i.e. through May 2025) or into Summer 2025 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.
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       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.
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       Internship Program at Tesla
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       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 are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success.
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       About the Team
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       The design team at Tesla conceives products that directly support the company’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. We care greatly about building products that stand the test of time, even as design and technology keep evolving. The industrial design team designs and develops all products that carry the Tesla brand, except for vehicles.
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       You will be involved with energy products, charging products, vehicle accessories, environments, packaging and on-product graphics. The scope of the work will range from hand sketches and renderings to 3D CAD modelling and building physical prototypes.
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       <li>Provide creative and relevant conceptual thinking for a variety of projects<br></li>
       <li>Photoshop, Illustrator<br></li>
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       <li>3D CAD modelling – software such as Solidworks, Alias, or Rhino<br></li>
       <li>Hands-on foam sculpting and physical prototyping<br></li>
       <li>Interfacing with 3D Digital Modeling, Engineering, Retail Development, and Marketing teams to provide design solutions to various challenges<br></li>
       <li>From time-to-time graphic design challenges will surface; the ideal candidate will have an eye for graphics<br></li>
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       <li>Currently working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design<br></li>
       <li>Humble, professional, and positive can-do attitude<br></li>
       <li>Previous internship and/or project experience is a plus<br></li>
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     Compensation and Benefits
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       Benefits
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        <br> As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
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        <li>Aetna PPO and HSA plans &gt; 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction</li>
        <li>Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits</li>
        <li>Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution</li>
        <li>Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA</li>
        <li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</li>
        <li>LGBTQ+ care concierge services</li>
        <li>401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits</li>
        <li>Company Paid Basic Life, AD&amp;D, and short-term disability insurance</li>
        <li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
        <li>Sick time after 90 days of employment and Paid Holidays</li>
        <li>Back-up childcare and parenting support resources</li>
        <li>Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft &amp; legal services, and pet insurance</li>
        <li>Commuter benefits</li>
        <li>Employee discounts and perks program</li>
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       Expected Compensation
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        <br> $20.00 - $50.00, depending on level + benefits<br> <br> 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.
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     <br> Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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     Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
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        Job Category
       
       
        Design
       
      
      
       
         Location
       
       
        Hawthorne, California
       
      
      
       
         Req. ID
       
       
        226969
       
      
      
       
         Job Type
       
       
        Intern/Apprentice
       
      
     
    
    
     
    
    
     Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
    
    
     What to Expect
     
      
       Consider before submitting an application:
      
      
       This position is expected to start around January or February 2025 and continue through the entire Spring term (i.e. through May 2025) or into Summer 2025 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most 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 are dedicated to providing 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
      
      
       The design team at Tesla conceives products that directly support the company’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. We care greatly about building products that stand the test of time, even as design and technology keep evolving. The industrial design team designs and develops all products that carry the Tesla brand, except for vehicles.
      
      
       You will be involved with energy products, charging products, vehicle accessories, environments, packaging and on-product graphics. The scope of the work will range from hand sketches and renderings to 3D CAD modelling and building physical prototypes.
      
      What You’ll Do
     
      
       Provide creative and relevant conceptual thinking for a variety of projects
       Photoshop, Illustrator
       Hand-sketching, rendering and visual communication of concepts
       3D CAD modelling – software such as Solidworks, Alias, or Rhino
       Hands-on foam sculpting and physical prototyping
       Interfacing with 3D Digital Modeling, Engineering, Retail Development, and Marketing teams to provide design solutions to various challenges
       From time-to-time graphic design challenges will surface; the ideal candidate will have an eye for graphics
      
      What You’ll Bring
     
      
       Currently working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design
       Humble, professional, and positive can-do attitude
       Previous internship and/or project experience is a plus
      
     
    
    
     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)
        LGBTQ+ care concierge services
        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, depending on level + 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.
       
      
     
    
    
      Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
    
    
     Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
    
   
  
 



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