Internship, Architecture Design, Infrastructure Development (Winter/Spring 2026)

Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start around January 2026 and continue through the Winter/Spring term (ending approximately May 2026) or continuing into Summer 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.

Tesla has an outstanding regional opportunity for Architecture intern to join our dynamic Infrastructure Development team. The intern will support the design team in variety of tasks listed below but not limited to. We're seeking self-motivated professionals with experience working in AutoCAD & Revit to drive projects. The role will be regionally based in Fremont, CA.

• Under supervision and guidance, the intern will support the team with the execution of the design development process - from test fit, concept design, management of survey and due diligence with external consultants. Intern will also be required to support coordination of all technical and business needs required from stakeholders and transform them into a concept drawing based on site-specific conditions
• Support prototype team with prototype updates and block development as needed
• Support review construction documents and shop drawings

• Currently pursuing a degree in Architecture or a related field
• Previous internship and project experience is a plus but not required
• Experience working in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and 3D Sketchup is required
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally, in writing and through drawings/sketches
• Ability to understand and communicate work letters to consultant scope
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Demonstrate the agility required to quickly shift focus between tasks to deliver on multiple design projects
• Detail oriented
• Ability to drive results

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:

• 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 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick time after 90 days of employment 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

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.