| Job Category | Vehicle Service |
| Location | San Jose, California |
| Req. ID | 235803 |
| Job Type | Intern/Apprentice |
Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
What to Expect
The START program is a comprehensive 16-week EV service training initiative tailored for individuals with prior automotive experience. Throughout this intensive program, candidates will cultivate technical proficiency and acquire certifications, utilizing a well-rounded methodology that includes in-class theory, hands-on labs, and self-paced learning modules. Participants will enhance their soft skills through collaborative team-based repair exercises.
What You’ll Do
- Dedicate a minimum of 40 hours per week to training, including active participation in service center shadowing for practical experience
- Engage in instructor-led training to develop a comprehensive understanding of Tesla vehicles
- Be a collaborative and engaged team member during both lab and lectures
- Prioritize safety by adhering to established protocols at all times
- Maintain organization by ensuring proper tooling management
- Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet weekly curriculum objectives and deadlines
- Cultivate and sustain a consistent and professional rapport with instructors
What You’ll Bring
- Successfully attend and pass each training session throughout the 16-week program with a minimum score of 80%
- Must be capable of reporting to START training location or local Service Center as needed
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail
- Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Accept employment at a Tesla Service Center within 30 days of graduation from the program; must be willing to relocate
- Valid driver’s license required
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick time after 90 days of employment 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
$25.00 – $25.00/hour + benefits