Internship, Program Manager, North America Service Program & Project Management (Fall 2026)

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.

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Service Program Manager to join our North America Service Operations Team. In this pivotal role, you will focus on driving customer-centric improvements and strategic operational enhancements across our service operations. You will work with distributed teams to develop and implement initiatives aimed at improving customer experience, operational efficiency, and scalability. Through cross-functional collaboration and data analysis, you will uncover opportunities to streamline processes and ensure that our service operations not only meet but exceed customer expectations while also achieving business objectives.

• Champion Customer - Centric Strategies: Work closely with service teams, engineering, finance, and supply chain to design and implement strategies that focus on enhancing the customer experience and improving brand loyalty
• Optimize Operational Processes: Evaluate and streamline service processes with an emphasis on creating scalable, efficient systems that allow for superior customer service at every touchpoint
• Drive Cross - Functional Collaboration: Foster strong communication and alignment between global, distributed teams to ensure that all departments are working toward shared goals of improving customer service and operational effectiveness
• Implement Continuous Feedback Loops: Develop and execute mechanisms to gather direct insights from customers and field teams to inform service improvements and innovations
• Leverage Data and Trends for Strategic Improvements: Analyze customer behaviors, industry trends, and market data to identify opportunities for innovation in service programs. Set measurable objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with both customer satisfaction and operational goals
• Test and Scale Solutions: Design and pilot new programs, processes, and tools, evaluating their impact on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Iterate based on feedback, and scale successful solutions across the organization
• Customer - Focused Mindset: A strong passion for enhancing the customer experience and strategically improving service operations. Candidates with backgrounds in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Service Design will be well-suited Prior experience in customer service, customer experience strategy, or service operations is highly beneficial
• Exceptional Organizational Skills: Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities while balancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Prior experience in project management, process improvement, or service program implementation is valuable
• Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels and interacting directly with customers. Experience in consulting, business analysis, or service operations where presenting insights, delivering reports, or managing cross-functional collaboration was required is helpful
• Adaptability in Dynamic Environments: Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-growth, and rapidly evolving industries. Candidates with experience in technology, automotive, logistics, or operational consulting will find this role particularly relevant
• Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain positive working relationships across global teams and external partners, ensuring smooth collaboration across different regions and departments. Prior experience in stakeholder management or cross-functional teamwork is an advantage

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