Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Interview Experience - Palo Alto, California
August 3, 2023
Positive ExperienceGot Offer
Process
There were three interviews, and each lasted 30 minutes. Each interview did a deep dive into a specific project on my resume. They also asked technical questions related to the field to test general understanding.
Questions
Why did you choose aluminum 7072 as opposed to 6061 aluminum for this project?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Tesla Mechanical Engineering Co-Op role in Palo Alto, California.
Success Rate
100%
Pass Rate
Tesla's interview process for their Mechanical Engineering Co-Op roles in Palo Alto, California is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Positive100%
Neutral0%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Tesla's Mechanical Engineering Co-Op interview process in Palo Alto, California.
Tesla Work Experiences
4.0
Co-op at Tesla
Mechanical Engineering Co-Op • Former Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
May 5, 2020
Pros: I learned a ton. Everyone was very friendly and willing to help. Co-ops are able to work on important projects and are treated as real employees.
Cons: Long hours, expensive cafeteria food.
5.0
Great place to learn
Mechanical Engineering Co-Op • Former Employee
Fremont, California, United States
February 25, 2023
Pros: - Good opportunities
- Lot to learn
Cons: - work-life balance does not exist
5.0
Growth, Tight Deadlines
LV Systems Engineering Technician • Current Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
March 3, 2022
Pros: A highly motivating environment that encourages growth.
Cons: Deadlines may be tight at times.
- 4.0Co-op at TeslaMechanical Engineering Co-Op • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMay 5, 2020Pros: I learned a ton. Everyone was very friendly and willing to help. Co-ops are able to work on important projects and are treated as real employees.Cons: Long hours, expensive cafeteria food.
- 5.0Great place to learnMechanical Engineering Co-Op • Former EmployeeFremont, California, United StatesFebruary 25, 2023Pros: - Good opportunities - Lot to learnCons: - work-life balance does not exist
- 5.0Growth, Tight DeadlinesLV Systems Engineering Technician • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMarch 3, 2022Pros: A highly motivating environment that encourages growth.Cons: Deadlines may be tight at times.
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