Internship, Thermal R&D, Thermal Engineering (Winter/Spring 2027)

About The Team: Thermal Engineering is the team behind the Tesla Heat Pump, Supermanifold, Octovalve, Superbottle, Airwave, Bioweapon Defense Mode, and more. Our multi-disciplinary team of mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, aerodynamics, and thermal engineers work together across all phases of development from idea inception, through prototyping, production, and fleet support. Thermal R&D is responsible for system-level thermal architecture (including radiators, refrigerant heat exchangers, compressors, fans, pumps, etc.) supporting the cabin, battery, and powertrain across all Tesla vehicles. We're looking for engineers that are interested in prototyping and testing the next generation vehicle thermal system and components, implementing thermal models and numerical solvers from scratch, pushing the limits of heat exchanger design, and finding the next step up for system COP, performance and reliability. At Tesla, you will get the training, mentorship, resources, and opportunities to drive meaningful projects that raise the bar for electric vehicles and build your career. Come join our team and help accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

Location: Fremont, CAResponsibilitiesPrototyping – design and build the prototype and testing facility from scratch Testing – instrumentation, data acquisition, and processing are critical for hardware/model validation and investigating new architectures and component designs Analysis – detailed and reduced order thermal model development and studies are heavily leveraged for hardware optimization, controls, and vehicle diagnostics Success in this role will help us drive forward vehicle performance, supercharge capability, occupant comfort, and NVHRequirementsPursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field Excellent first principles understanding of heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics with relevant project and research experience Proven record of prototyping, building facility, testing and data analysis for proof of concept Experience in developing numerical models and experimental characterization of thermal/fluid/refrigerant systems and heat exchangers

Compensation & 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 HSAHealthcare 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
• Expected Compensation $20.00 - $50.00 + benefits