Internship, Responsible Sourcing, Supply Chain (Fall 2026)

What to Expect

Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start August 2026 or September 2026 and continue through the Fall term (ending approximately December 2026 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program.Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not 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.

About the Role: Join Tesla's Responsible Sourcing team and help drive positive social impact across our global battery supply chain. As an intern, you will contribute to programs that protect workers, engage stakeholders, and increase transparency from raw materials to finished products.

What You'll Do

• Conduct Due Diligence: Assess suppliers for human rights and social risks across the battery supply chain
• Drive Corrective Actions: Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of remediation plans for identified issues
• Monitor Performance: Build and maintain tools to track supplier progress on key human rights, social, and compliance metrics
• Collaborate with Suppliers: Work directly with supply chain partners to ensure execution of improvement commitments
• Contribute to Global Initiatives: Support projects advancing human rights and responsible sourcing

What You'll Bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, International Relations, Public Policy, Law, or a related field
• Genuine interest in sustainability and human rights
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Previous internship, research, or project experience in corporate social responsibility, supply chain management, or sustainability [Preferred]
• Experience with data analysis, database management, or advanced Excel[Preferred]

Compensation and Benefits 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

Expected Compensation $25.24 - $43.75/hour + benefits

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.