Internship, Recruiting, Vehicle Software (Fall 2026)

What To Expect This position is expected to start in August or September 2026 and continue through December 2026. The internship lasts a minimum of 12 weeks and is full‑time and on‑site. International students whose work authorization is through CPT should confirm they can work 40 hours per week on site before applying. About The Team As a Technical Recruiting Intern, you’ll partner directly with engineering teams to identify, attract, and evaluate top technical talent for the Vehicle Software organization. From product security & red teaming to UI development, firmware, and distributed systems, you will help scale teams that deliver an awesome in‑car experience for owners and Robotaxi riders alike. What You’ll Do Creatively source high‑quality technical candidates through LLMs, X, GitHub, LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches, professional communities, and other niche platforms and approaches. Build robust hiring pipelines across a wide range of critical areas, guiding candidates through the full recruiting life cycle. Develop strong working relationships with recruiters, business leaders, and hiring managers. Gain a firm understanding of all recruiting processes in an environment that frequently changes. Focus on providing a positive candidate experience at every opportunity. What You’ll Bring Currently pursuing a degree in Communications, Business, Human Resources, or a related field. Available for a minimum 12 weeks, onsite, full‑time (32+ hours per week). Self‑starter who is intellectually curious, resourceful, innovative, adaptable, and comfortable taking initiative. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.). Basic proficiency with LLMs and other AI‑driven tools. Previous work experience or internships in a related field is a plus. Benefits Compensation and Benefits As a full‑time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for: Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction. Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits. Dental and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution option. Company‑paid (Health Savings Account) HSA contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA. Health Care 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. Expected Compensation $21.00 - $31.00 per hour plus benefits. Pay may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla