Cell & Chemical Eng Intern — Battery Tech

What to Expect Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start around August 2026 and continue through the entire Fall term (i.e. through December 2026) or into Spring 2027 if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full‑time and on‑site, for most internships. 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. 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. Multiple Locations Possible: Palo Alto, CA; Fremont, CA; Austin, TX; Robstown, TX; Reno, NV; Toronto, ON What You'll Do Qualified applicants may be reviewed by one or more of the following teams: Chemical Engineering In this role, interns work directly with engineers and engineering technician on one of areas including mass and energy balance model development, new equipment at mini pilot/pilot scale design‑built‑commission, and engineering test planning and execution. Seeking candidates with experience with mass and energy balance using Excel and process modeling software like Aspen, SysCAD, HSC. Crystallization Chemical Engineering This internship offers a unique opportunity to be involved in the early stages of a groundbreaking project. You will be supporting the crystallization team, working with engineering and operation departments to prepare for plant commissioning and start‑up. Additionally, you will be interfacing with other refinery process areas to assist in making this refinery a success. Cell Recycling Project Engineering As a Project Engineer, will interface with organizations across Tesla, Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Operations, and the Executive team. You will work alongside existing Project engineers to assist with driving the development and deployment of new battery recycling processes. Lithium Hydrometallurgy Engineering Tesla's Lithium Hydrometallurgy Team is looking for an engineering intern for a novel lithium hydroxide facility. You'll be working alongside a multidisciplinary team on the design of a first‑of‑a‑kind plant to ensure readiness for both construction and operations. Seeking a candidate who has had exposure to hydrometallurgical, crystallization/solids separation processes and predictive solution chemistry. Lab Materials Engineering This internship will focus on materials development, process conceptualization and scale‑up. These efforts are designed to improve the speed, efficiency, and environmental performance of battery material manufacture. The success of these initiatives is critical to unlocking a diversified, low‑cost, sustainable energy ecosystem. You will join a team focused on recycling and primary metals refining. Manufacturing Engineering This internship will focus on project development and execution, process conceptualization and scale‑up. These efforts are designed to improve the speed, efficiency, and environmental performance of battery material manufacture. You will assist in the day‑to‑day operation of multiple lab and pilot facilities. You will be a technical contact for one or more process steps and unit operations. Production Engineering As a Production Engineer Intern at Tesla's Lithium Refinery, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the production process of lithium compounds used in the manufacturing of Tesla's electric vehicle batteries. This internship is designed to provide hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven environment, where you will work alongside a team of experts to optimize and enhance production processes while adhering to Tesla's commitment to sustainability and quality. Additionally, you will actively support commissioning and start‑up activities of the new refinery. Seeking candidates with basic knowledge of chemical engineering principles and unit operations. Familiarity with data analysis and statistical tools is advantageous. Cathode Advanced Manufacturing Intern will participate in the development, measurement, and production of new cathode active materials and engineering / troubleshooting of the processes / measurements by which these powders are produced. This requires working in a hands‑on capacity with equipment and cathode materials. Cathode Pilot Manufacturing Engineering As a pilot line manufacturing intern, you will develop systems for operations, training, dashboard visualization of KPIs, inventory management and automation of manufacturing steps at pilot scale, and eventually be the first on‑ground, technical point of contact for the understanding of how to scale and sustain cathode production quality at our first manufacturing plant in Austin. In this role you will also work closely with Tesla's teams around cathode manufacturing, material characterization, cell testing etc. to coordinate cross‑functional activities that improve process control and product quality. What You'll Bring Currently pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Knowledge of chemistry, thermodynamics, engineering fundamentals, Li‑ion batteries, cathode materials, or powder processing. Proficiency in using engineering software and tools (e.g., MATLAB, AutoCAD, Plant 3D). Experience in ASPEN, Power BI, Tableau, Python, R, TwinCat programming. Experience in a R&D, powder production equipment, or materials development work. Compensation and Benefits 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 HSA. Healthcare 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 per 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla Motors, Inc.