Internship, Service Technician Trainee (Summer 2026)

Tesla

Portland, Oregon Posted October 26, 2026

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Job Description

Description:
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.

Responsibilities:
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

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)

Compensation & Benefits:
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

Required Skills
written communication English Excel PowerPoint compensation
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