Internship, Service Technician Trainee (Summer 2026)

What To Expect 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 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla