Internship, Program Manager, Service (Fall 2026)

Description:
Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term (ending approximately December 2026) or continuing into Winter/Spring 2027 if available and there is an opportunity to do so. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.
International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.
We are seeking a motivated Summer Intern to support our Service Programs Team in optimizing mobile service technician operations for Robotaxi servicing needs. The intern will play a key role in a project to enhance Mobile Technician route efficiency by identifying opportunities to integrate new repair segments (e.g., robotaxi repairs, B2B customers, Tesla internal fleet maintenance) into Mobile technicians’ schedules. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies. The ideal candidate bridges software development thinking and business acumen to drive scalable solutions.

Responsibilities:
Analyze historical route data to identify patterns and opportunities for optimizing technician schedules
Collaborate with service teams to understand operational constraints and requirements
Develop SQL/Excel-based models to quantify the impact of adding non-customer repairs to routes
Create visualizations and reports to communicate findings to stakeholders
Collaborate with software teams to evaluate or design tools that support route optimization workflows

Requirements:
Pursuing a Master’s Degree in Business, Data Analytics, Operations Research, or related field

Preferred: Prior experience with SQL, Excel, and data analysis tools

Strong business acumen with the ability to connect data insights to operational goals, paired with a foundational understanding of software development structures

Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges

Strong written and verbal communication skills

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

Expected Compensation
$20.43 - $28.61 + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.