What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship, Service Technician Trainee (Fall 2026) position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
In the Technician Trainee Intern role, you will be servicing customer vehicles and completing hands on tasks at the service center. In addition to being a team player, excellent oral and written communication is desired as you will be in a customer facing role. As an Intern, you will also learn about electric vehicles and Tesla's innovative technologies, in accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. If you align with our mission, are motivated, and willing to learn additional technical skills, we invite you to apply to this role.
What You'll Do
- Perform entry-level work in the inspection, repair, and service of Tesla electric vehicles
- Operate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools
- Perform equipment inspections, adjustments and certifications
- Perform Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) of new cars
- Maintain inventory, records of time, shop supplies and parts
- Help maintain vehicle cleanliness of customer cars
- Support Parts & Front of House operations as needed or on a rotational basis
What You'll Bring
- Knowledge of methods and techniques used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles
- Current enrollment in an Automotive program preferred
- Valid driver's license required and must be capable of reporting to training location or local service center as needed
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
- Be able to work in a team-based environment and have a "safety first" attitude
- Familiar understanding of the English language
- Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,Powerpoint, Outlook)
Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
- 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 (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
Expected Compensation
$23.75 - $23.75 benefits for all levels
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.