Drive/Traction Inverter (Powertrain) Performance Modeling Internship

Tesla's traction inverter team seeks a performance modeling intern to enhance power electronics in their vehicles. Responsibilities include implementing power stage loss and thermal models in MATLAB/Simulink, collaborating with engineering teams to define performance limits, leveraging the model for vehicle architecture initiatives, and maintaining/expanding model capabilities. The intern will contribute to critical projects, grow technically, and collaborate with experienced engineers in a dynamic environment. This role requires proficiency in powertrain component/power converter modeling using MATLAB/Simulink, experience with software development and maintenance, and a strong understanding of switching waveforms, semiconductor losses, and power component thermal behavior.