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.

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Individual to engage in and complete an internship as an Additive Manufacturing Programmer/Operator to program and operate SLA/SLS/FDM equipment in our highly advanced Rapid Prototyping operation.


Responsibilities

• Blend powder, add resin, and change material canisters on the Additive Manufacturing equipment
• Break-out parts from builds, remove supports, and finish parts as required
• Perform daily maintenance on machines as required
• Turn machines and prepare for the next build
• Program/operate 3D Systems and FormLabs SLA and SLS machines
• Program/operate Stratasys, Markforged, and Bambu FDM machines
• Operate, control, and optimize multiple RP processes from CAD file to finished part

Requirements

• Some exposure operating and working in Rapid Prototyping / machining / fabrication environments
• Ability to lift 50 - 80 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Ability / willingness to learn new processes and procedures
• Ability to follow instructions
• Willingness to work overtime and/or week-ends as required, often with little to no advance notice, and sometimes for extended periods

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• 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 options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 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
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program


Expected Compensation

$20.00 - $50.00 + cash and stock awards + 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.