Internship
Thermal Design Engineer, Optimus
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Tesla
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Palo Alto, CA, USA
In Person
Internship requires a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site.
Job Description
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start around August or September 2025 and continue through the Fall term (ending approximately December 2025) or continuing into Winter/Spring 2026 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not 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.
Job Responsibilities
CFD modeling of heat transer and fluid flow
Develop innovative approaches to enhance radiative heat transfer in small modules
Perform tolerance analysis, finite element analysis and simulations
Test and validate the electronic systems across all low voltages electronics
Provide support to manufacturing lines and test engineers to quickly identify issues, resolve problems, and come up with production solutions
Create clear documentation and presentations to communicate concepts, designs, and findings
Job Requirements
- Currently pursing a Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or thermals-related field
- Strong understanding of fundamentals of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics
- Experience in CFD and developming numerica models of thermal/fluid systems at any level
Passionate about electro-mechanical product design, creative problem solving, and finding simple solutions to complex mechanical and thermal challenges
Hands-on experience with mechanical or thermal testing and data analysis
Strong teamwork, communication and presentation skills

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