Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I apply?

  Please apply online. Your application will be reviewed and you will be contacted if there is interest in your candidacy. Please keep in mind that we receive a high volume of applications and may not be able to immediately follow up if there is not an applicable fit.

  
  
• What time of the year do you hire interns and new grads?

  We hire year-round and offer flexible 3-, 6-, 8- and 12-month work terms based on our hiring needs.

  
  

• What are the basic eligibility requirements to apply for an internship/co-op?

  You must be a current student in good academic standing enrolled in a relevant program and actively working toward your undergraduate or advanced degree.

• Do you have non-technical opportunities for students and new grads?

  Yes. Please review our posted opportunities for a complete list of our technical and nontechnical roles.

• What degree programs do you hire from?
  

  Preferred backgrounds for technical roles include, but are not limited to: Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, and Robotics.

• Do interns/co-ops get hired back full time?

  Yes. Based on Tesla’s current hiring needs and the student’s proven performance we have many interns and co-ops who return full time.

• What do interns/co-ops work on?

  Interns and co-ops have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects to help advance the company’s overall goals. The recruitment process aims to match students with teams and projects that best fit their area of interest and experience. Assignments range based on the company’s current hiring needs, but most often include critical path projects and hands-on involvement. We expect our students to perform at the same caliber of excellence as any other employee.
• What degree programs do you hire from?

  Preferred backgrounds for technical roles include, but are not limited to: Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, and Robotics.

  
  

  Preferred backgrounds for our non-technical roles include, but are not limited to: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, and Sales.