What To Expect
The START program is a comprehensive 16-week EV collision training program tailored for individuals with prior automotive experience. Throughout this intensive program, candidates will cultivate technical collision repair proficiency utilizing a well-rounded methodology that includes in-class theory, hands-on labs, and self-paced learning modules. Participants will enhance their soft skills through collaborative team-based repair exercises.

What You'll Do

Dedicate a minimum of 40 hours per week to training, including active participation in collision 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 

What You'll Bring

Successfully attend and pass each training session throughout the 16-week program with a minimum score of 80% 

Must be capable of reporting to START training location or local Collision Repair Center as needed   

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail  

Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)  

Accept employment at a Tesla Collision Repair Center within 30 days of graduation from the program; must be willing to relocate  

Valid driver's license preferred

Benefits
Compensation and 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

$28.50 - $28.50/hour + benefits

Pay 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.

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