Tesla is seeking an intern to support the Service Engineering team, which is responsible for real-time diagnostic support for the service network, development of diagnostic tools, and feedback of field issues to development teams to improve current and future products. The intern will help determine root cause issues affecting vehicles, drive product improvement, test software/hardware changes, support field escalations, and assist with documentation.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems such as sensors, actuators, and communication networks (such as CAN bus)
- Hands on experience with vehicle chassis systems; prior experience in Formula SAE or experience working on personal cars is a plus
- Proficient in python preferred; able to read or interpret JavaScript and C/C++ is a plus
Responsibilities
- Learn how to determine root cause issues potentially affecting 1000's of cars worldwide by analyzing logs, repair data and returned failed parts
- Join us in driving product improvement projects by collaborating with the development and quality teams
- Test development software or mechanical changes on our engineering cars
- Support escalations from field technical teams to help them fix specific and difficult to diagnose issues
- Assist with documentation in our diagnostic knowledge base by updating service manual repairs or service bulletins with new procedures
- Learn how to develop service tools such as 'on board diagnostic networks' to allow service to run required service routines and repair the car in an efficient way
- Occasional required travel within the field for hands on testing and data collection
Other
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related field with a graduation date between May 2026 - December 2027
- Capable of working in a fast paced and always changing environment
- Analytical mindset and problem-solving oriented
- A strong team player
- Must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site.
