Tesla · 1 day ago
START Service Technician (Spring 2026)
Columbia, MD
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026Tesla is seeking individuals for their START program, a comprehensive 16-week EV service training initiative tailored for those with prior automotive experience. Participants will develop technical proficiency, engage in collaborative team-based repair exercises, and gain hands-on experience with Tesla vehicles.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Dedicate a minimum of 40 hours per week to training, including active participation in service center shadowing for practical experience
Engage in instructor-led training to develop a comprehensive understanding of Tesla vehicles
Be a collaborative and engaged team member during both lab and lectures
Prioritize safety by adhering to established protocols at all times
Maintain organization by ensuring proper tooling management
Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet weekly curriculum objectives and deadlines
Cultivate and sustain a consistent and professional rapport with instructors
Qualification
Required
Attend and pass each of the 16-week training sessions with an 80% or higher GPA
Must be capable of reporting to a START training location and local service center
Must be willing to relocate upon successful completion of the program and accept employment at a Tesla Service Center within 30 days of graduation from the program
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
Must follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail
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)
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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