Tesla
Internship, CMF Design (Spring/Summer 2025)
Tesla, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
Consider before submitting an application:This position is expected to start around January or February 2025 and continue through the entire Spring term (i.e. through May 2025) or into Summer 2025 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.Internship Program at TeslaThe 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.About the TeamInterns within the Color, Material and Finish Design Team will support the design, development and production of current and future vehicles as well as related products. Your scope of work will be a combination of creative design, research, program management, material sourcing and organization as it relates to the current requirements of the team. This includes trend and material research, visual mood board and storytelling creation, development of CMF strategy, and executing final color, materials, and finishes for production.
Responsibilities
Ideate, visualize, and develop design proposals for colors, materials, and finishes for Tesla designsCreate digital and physical CMF presentations that show a future vision for Tesla designsCollaborate and strategize with cross functional teams, including design and manufacturing, to implement production of final CMF designs and related assetsDevelop and master color, materials, and finishes for all vehicle exterior and interior surfaces. Support CMF Design release process and documentationSupport the program management of all ongoing projectsEstablish and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors. Includes independent research to identify new resources, materials and technologies, and obtain samples to organize and maintain in the CMF materials librarySupport visual material evaluation and color measurements activitiesRequirements
Currently working towards a degree in Color and Material Design, Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or Textile DesignStrong background and/or interest in Automotive Color, Material and Finish DesignExceptional visual, communication, and presentation skillsProficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office. 3D software knowledge and rendering skills are preferred but not requiredStrong problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to learn concepts quicklyDemonstrated ability to deliver results on difficult projects with tight deadlinesHands-on experience, previous internship and/or project experience is preferredCompensation and BenefitsBenefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick time after 90 days of employment and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation
$20.00 - $50.00, depending on level + 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.
Responsibilities
Ideate, visualize, and develop design proposals for colors, materials, and finishes for Tesla designsCreate digital and physical CMF presentations that show a future vision for Tesla designsCollaborate and strategize with cross functional teams, including design and manufacturing, to implement production of final CMF designs and related assetsDevelop and master color, materials, and finishes for all vehicle exterior and interior surfaces. Support CMF Design release process and documentationSupport the program management of all ongoing projectsEstablish and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors. Includes independent research to identify new resources, materials and technologies, and obtain samples to organize and maintain in the CMF materials librarySupport visual material evaluation and color measurements activitiesRequirements
Currently working towards a degree in Color and Material Design, Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or Textile DesignStrong background and/or interest in Automotive Color, Material and Finish DesignExceptional visual, communication, and presentation skillsProficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office. 3D software knowledge and rendering skills are preferred but not requiredStrong problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to learn concepts quicklyDemonstrated ability to deliver results on difficult projects with tight deadlinesHands-on experience, previous internship and/or project experience is preferredCompensation and BenefitsBenefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick time after 90 days of employment and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation
$20.00 - $50.00, depending on level + 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.