Internship, Vehicle Human Factors & Ergonomics, Design Studio (Fall 2024)
Internship, Vehicle Human Factors & Ergonomics, Design Studio (Fall 2024)
Tesla
Hawthorne, CA
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What To Expect
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start in-person around August or September 2024 and continue through the entire fall term (i.e. through end of 2024) or into early 2025 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships. Please consider before submitting an application.
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.
The Vehicle Human Factors and Ergonomics team is looking for a talented and motivated engineering student to join us at the Tesla Design Studio. The candidate will work in a small and highly motivated team on occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, and engineering design issues for future vehicles. Successful candidates will work to achieve high spatial efficiency and excellent ergonomics while meeting all relevant legislative requirements. They will be a natural problem solver, intuitive 3D thinker, competent CAD user, and capable of taking responsibility for the occupant package and ergonomic performance of future Tesla vehicles.
This role offers a rare opportunity to work on a team that handles ownership and development of new and genuinely cutting-edge vehicles. Enthusiasm and knowledge of cars is advantageous, and you must have a genuine passion for engineering the world’s best electric vehicles.
What You'll Do
Perform research toward creating comfortable and highly usable spaces for vehicle drivers and passengers Work to develop, validate, and maintain vehicle occupant packages, ergonomic criteria, and processes Work with engineering, design, and program management teams to find and implement optimum ergonomic solutions Perform digital and physical assessments of criteria against styling and engineering proposals Develop and run focus studies to establish ergonomic compliance
What You'll Bring
Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ergonomic Engineering, or an equivalent degree Experience in occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, or product usability is preferred Knowledge of CAD software, preferably CATIA V6 and V5 Knowledge of CAVA and RAMSIS is preferred Experience or understanding of rapid fabrication methods such as 3D printing and hand fabrication Any experience in an automotive design studio such as liaising between automotive stylists, clay modelers, vehicle engineers, and marketing is a plus Knowledge of automotive engineering guidelines, laws and regulations, manufacturing techniques, and automotive product development is a plus
Benefits
Compensation and 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/hour + 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
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start in-person around August or September 2024 and continue through the entire fall term (i.e. through end of 2024) or into early 2025 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships. Please consider before submitting an application.
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.
The Vehicle Human Factors and Ergonomics team is looking for a talented and motivated engineering student to join us at the Tesla Design Studio. The candidate will work in a small and highly motivated team on occupant packaging, human factors, ergonomics, and engineering design issues for future vehicles. Successful candidates will work to achieve high spatial efficiency and excellent ergonomics while meeting all relevant legislative requirements. They will be a natural problem solver, intuitive 3D thinker, competent CAD user, and capable of taking responsibility for the occupant package and ergonomic performance of future Tesla vehicles.
This role offers a rare opportunity to work on a team that handles ownership and development of new and genuinely cutting-edge vehicles. Enthusiasm and knowledge of cars is advantageous, and you must have a genuine passion for engineering the world’s best electric vehicles.
What You'll Do
Compensation and Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
$20.00 - $50.00/hour + 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.
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