Internship

Job Description

Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start May 2025 and continue through the entire Summer term (i.e., through August/September). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time, for most internships. Please consider before applying.

International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. Again, please do not apply until you know you can work 40 hours per week. This is required for external applicants. 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 emerging talent. Our year around program places the best students in positions that they will grow both technically and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We provide an experience that allows for the intern to experience life at Tesla by giving them projects that are critical to their team’s success. 

About the Team

EHS interns engage in variety of activities in a wide range of EHS disciplines. EHS has many teams within the organization. This internship opening is specifically for the Fremont Factory environmental team and will be focused on air, water and hazardous waste management programs at the Fremont factory.

The intern will work with environmental specialists/engineers on various aspects of environmental compliance such as: Air quality permitting and compliance projects; Identifying methods to manage hazardous waste and proper disposal of materials; Recognizing further improvements to manage stormwater and wastewater for our sites

Job Responsibilities

• EHS interns have a genuine passion for the health and safety of people, respect for our environment and a deep desire to learn and acquire knowledge and skills related to environment, health, safety and sustainability
• EHS interns interact with a variety of individuals and establish and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external customers
• An internship with the Tesla EHS team will provide incumbents an opportunity to help foster a strong safety and sustainability culture, be enablers of business processes, and above all, be part of Tesla’s mission

Job Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or Safety Engineering 

• Previous work experience or internships which are environmental focused (Air/Water/Waste)
• Self-starters who are results oriented, resourceful, analytical, innovative, and intellectually curious 
• Demonstrate strong ability to embrace and adapt to change in a fast-paced environment