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Internship, Visual Designer (Spring/Summer 2025)

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Tesla

Oct 18, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Hawthorne

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design (or similar)
  • Must be able to show a portfolio of work that reflects creative thinking, broad range, and modern, minimalist taste
  • Beneficial to have in-depth technical knowledge of product development as it relates to graphic design (such as printing, web and mobile app development, etc)
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud Programs (Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, etc), and either Sketch or Figma
  • Ideal candidate will have added experience in some combination of the following: 3D modeling and visualization, motion graphics, animation, and/or illustration
  • Excellent at creating and maintaining cross-functional working relationships and exceptional visual and oral communication skills
  • Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple parallel-path projects and demonstrated an ability to deliver successful designs under tight timing constraints

Responsibilities

  • Develop and design assets for events, communications, web, marketing, sales, products, and anything else that needs graphic design work to communicate Tesla’s visual style in a creative way. This can be anything from full-on campaigns from start-to-finish or unique one-off properties
  • Some projects will require you to work with sales, engineers, digital modelers, architects, and other professionals within the company
  • Participate in cross-functional strategy, timing, and process discussion as it pertains to the brand and our visual design principles
  • Work cross-functionally with designers and key stakeholders of other disciplines.
  • Work with suppliers to achieve our design goals on any physical assets
  • Collaborate with the fabrication team to complete prototypes when necessary
  • Occasionally participate in design efforts outside of your area of expertise as necessity and as your own skillset dictates

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is expected to start around January or February 2025 and continue through the entire Spring term, potentially extending into Summer 2025, with a minimum commitment of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site.

Is this position available for international students?

Yes, but international students should consult their school regarding the ability to work 40 hours per week on-site if their work authorization is through CPT.

What type of work will the Visual Design intern be doing?

The intern will be responsible for the design development of visual brand communications, creating assets for events, marketing, web, and other graphic design needs associated with Tesla's visual style.

What skills are required for this position?

Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or a similar field, have proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud programs, and possess a portfolio that reflects creative thinking and modern design taste.

Are there opportunities for collaboration with other teams?

Yes, the intern will work cross-functionally with designers and key stakeholders of other disciplines, including sales, engineers, and architects.

What are the expected benefits for interns?

Interns are eligible for benefits such as medical plans, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), employee discounts, and more.

What is the compensation range for this internship?

The expected compensation ranges from $20.00 to $50.00 per hour, depending on various individualized factors such as location, skills, and experience.

What additional experience is beneficial for this role?

Experience in 3D modeling and visualization, motion graphics, animation, and/or illustration would be an added benefit for candidates.

Is there support for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process?

Yes, Tesla is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Candidates should inform their recruiter if they need accommodations at any point during the interview process.

How does Tesla promote diversity in the workplace?

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to diversity and considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses.

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Tesla

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

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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.