Technician Trainee Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Technician Trainee Intern
Company: Tesla

What To Expect

As a Technician Trainee Intern at Tesla, you will be deeply involved in servicing customer vehicles and performing various hands-on tasks at the service center. This is a customer-facing role, requiring you to be an excellent team player with strong oral and written communication skills. As an Intern, you will gain invaluable knowledge about electric vehicles and Tesla’s innovative technologies, contributing to the world’s transition to sustainable energy. We encourage motivated individuals who align with our mission and are eager to learn additional technical skills to apply.

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.
• Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) of new cars.
• Maintain inventory, as well as records of time, shop supplies, and parts.
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of customer vehicles.
• 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.
• A valid driver’s license is required, and you must be capable of reporting to a training location or local service center as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• A strong ability to work in a team-based environment and maintain 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 (Compensation and Benefits)

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:

• Medical plans with options for $0 payroll deduction.
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options for 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 including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts and perks program.