Internship, Organization Development (Winter/Spring 2027)

What to Expect

This position is expected to start January 2027 and continue through the entire Spring term (i.e., through April) or into early Summer 2027, if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time, for most 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. Again, please do not apply until you know you can work 40 hours per week. This is required for external applicants. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize emerging talent. Our year around program places the best students in positions that they will grow both technically and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We provide an experience that allows for the intern to experience life at Tesla by giving them projects that are critical to their team’s success.

The Organizational Development team drives our mission by supporting HR leadership and project management teams to ensure Tesla is a great place to work. Our team achieves results by being innovative, driven, collaborative, and trustworthy. This is a hands-on tactical role that provides support in the areas of workforce planning, talent management, employee engagement, and ad hoc projects as necessary. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, and demonstrate a strong ability to handle multiple responsibilities with professionalism.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to global talent management programs
• HR leadership, and HR project teams, ensuring the seamless coordination of activities and communication
• Act as a liaison between senior leadership and internal teams, ensuring that relevant information is communicated effectively and that stakeholder needs are promptly addressed
• Assist with the development of HR-related communications and presentations of various HR projects, ensuring clarity, consistency, and impact
• Coordinate and support HR events, workshops, and programs, ensuring smooth operations and effective execution
• Monitor project timelines and milestones, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outcomes for HR-related initiatives
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and enhanced employee experience

What You'll Bring

• Currently working towards a degree in Human Resources, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Communications or Business, or related field
• Available for a minimum of 12+ weeks for the internship
• Able to work 40+ hours per week• Self-starters who are results oriented, resourceful, analytical, innovative, intellectually curious and who take initiative and risks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates strong ability to embrace and adapt to change, takes initiative and showcases curiosity
• Learns quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Experience and proficiency in Microsoft office tools/programs (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Previous work experience or internships in related field is a plus
• Experience in project management is a plus

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

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.