CMF Design, Design Studio Internship (May 2026)

Support the design, development, and production of vehicle colors, materials, and finishes at Tesla's Design Studio.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Ideate, visualize, and develop design proposals for colors, materials, and finishes
• Create digital and physical CMF presentations showcasing future Tesla designs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design and manufacturing to implement final CMF designs and assets
• Develop and master color, materials, and finishes for all vehicle exterior and interior surfaces
• Support CMF Design release process and documentation
• Manage ongoing projects and program support
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors, including research and sample management for the CMF materials library
• Support visual material evaluation and color measurement activities

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Color and Material Design, Transportation Design, Industrial Design, Textile Design, or related field
• Strong background or interest in Automotive Color, Material and Finish Design
• Exceptional visual, communication, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn concepts quickly
• Ability to deliver results on difficult projects with tight deadlines
• 3D software knowledge and rendering skills preferred but not required
• Hands-on experience through previous internships or projects preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $20.00 - $50.00 plus benefits
• Medical plans including Aetna PPO and HSA options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental and vision plans, including orthodontic coverage with $0 payroll contribution options
• Company-paid HSA contribution with High Deductible Medical Plan
• 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 and vacation time, paid holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Training & Development

• The internship program provides growth through close collaboration with managers, mentors, and teams, offering technical, professional, and personal development by engaging in critical projects.

How to Apply

• Submit your application through the provided link, ensuring all required information is included.
• Applicants must be actively enrolled in an academic program and able to commit to a minimum of 12 weeks full-time (40 hours/week) on-site at Tesla Design Studio in Hawthorne, CA, starting May 2026 through the summer term.
• International students using CPT should verify work authorization for 40 hours per week before applying.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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