Internship, Recruiting (Summer 2026)

What To Expect
Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start May 2026 and continue through August 2026. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and on-site, for most internships.

International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success.

Location: Sparks, NV

What You'll Do

Coordinate ever-changing requests while maintaining efficient communication between candidates, recruiters, and all other stakeholders

Prioritize timely follow-up and follow-through, thoroughness in work product and attention to detail

Update candidate records in recruiting systems and confirming new hires – maintain data integrity to ensure accurate data tracking and reporting

Identify opportunities for improving candidate experience

Assist in the coordination of other recruiting activities as needed

What You'll Bring

Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Communications, Business, or a related field

Available for a minimum of 12 weeks for the internship

Able to work full-time, 32 hours per week

Self-starters who are results oriented, resourceful, analytical, innovative, intellectually curious and who take initiative and risks

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrates strong ability to embrace and adapt to change, takes initiative and showcases curiosity

Learns quickly in a fast-paced environment

Experience and proficiency in Microsoft office tools/programs (Excel, Word, etc.)

Previous work experience or internships in related field is a plus

Benefits
Compensation and 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

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