Internship, Service Technician Trainee (Summer 2025)

Tesla is offering a Summer 2025 Internship for a Service Technician Trainee in Jacksonville, FL. Candidates should have vehicle maintenance knowledge, be enrolled in an automotive program, possess a valid driver’s license, and be able to lift up to 60 pounds. Responsibilities include inspecting and servicing electric vehicles, conducting pre-delivery inspections, and supporting various operations. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential.
Summary:
• You should have vehicle maintenance knowledge, be enrolled in an automotive program, have a valid driver's license, lift up to 60 pounds, work well in teams, and have basic computer skills.
• You will inspect, repair, and service electric vehicles, operate tools, conduct pre-delivery inspections, maintain inventory, ensure vehicle cleanliness, and support Parts & Front of House operations.

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
• Performs 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)

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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

Requirements:
• 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)

Responsibilities:
• Performs 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