Mechanical Engineer Intern Interview Experience - Palo Alto, California
Process
They reached out a week after applying and scheduled a phone call, then the actual interview.
The interview was scheduled on webcam.
They finally reached out two months later to inform me I didn't get the position.
Questions
Why do you want to work at Tesla?
Tell me more about your experience at [company name].
What was the hardest or most challenging thing you ever had to solve?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Tesla Mechanical Engineer Intern role in Palo Alto, California.
Success Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Mechanical Engineer Intern roles in Palo Alto, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Tesla's Mechanical Engineer Intern interview process in Palo Alto, California.
Tesla Work Experiences
- 5.0Great Experience, No ConsMechanical Engineer Intern • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMarch 14, 2025Pros: It was great. I recommend it. Apply.Cons: None, not any, really nothing.
- 5.0Good company. Learned a lotMechanical Engineer Intern • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesSeptember 9, 2024Pros: Good company. Learned a lot.Cons: Lots of working long hours.
- 5.0Driven Passionate Great ExperienceMechanical Engineer Intern • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesOctober 27, 2020Pros: Great place if you are driven and passionate about the work you do.Cons: Honestly, I only had great experiences with the company!
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