Engineering Intern Interview Experience - Palo Alto, California
Process
The interviewer was very patient and helpful in leading the interview questions.
When I was stuck on something, they made me feel like it was okay to not know everything. They emphasized that the most important thing is being able to work through challenges, so it was okay to take my time.
Questions
Cantilever beam thickness comparisons.
How would a component perform differently with different material choices?
How would you manufacture a certain component?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 4 interview experiences for the Tesla Engineering Intern role in Palo Alto, California.
Success Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Engineering Intern roles in Palo Alto, California is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Tesla's Engineering Intern interview process in Palo Alto, California.
Tesla Work Experiences
- 5.0A great place to startEngineering Intern • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesJuly 6, 2020Pros: Good engineering challenges and responsibility, hands-on experience in important matters, a good work environment, and a very intense and dynamic work environment. After Tesla, you are prepared for anything.Cons: Living costs around the area.
- 5.0Overall, great learningEngineering Intern • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesSeptember 1, 2025Pros: Got to work with a great supervisor and received very useful feedback. I was able to actually contribute to some useful learnings for the company's next product iterations.Cons: Worked mostly out of the office, where 90% of the staff were remote due to COVID.
- 5.0Smart Team, Lacking BenefitsEngineering Intern • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesApril 15, 2018Pros: - Very knowledgeable and passionate colleagues - Willing to teach and answer questions - Open cultureCons: Benefits are below par for the Bay Area, mostly because it is not earning money yet.
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