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START Pathway Technician, Vehicle Service

Tesla
Seattle, WA Intern
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/5/2025
What To Expect
The Pathway to START Program offers a longer training runway for those with limited or no automotive experience who want to work with their hands and learn the trade. The program is an 8-week hybrid model: part virtual lecture, part onsite service center shadowing. This service training program is designed to provide candidates with the fundamental mechanical and electrical skills necessary to successfully enter the START Program.

What You'll Do

  • Learning and understanding of all Tesla vehicle products
  • Participate in team-based activities, virtual lecture, and onsite service center shadowing
  • Follow safety protocols at all times
  • Learning the fundamentals of using basic hand tools
  • Complete daily & weekly curriculum objectives
  • Maintain consistent and professional rapport with instructor and onsite service management
  • Demonstrate ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines
  • Minimum 40 hours a week dedicated to virtual & onsite training
  • Maintain a 100% percentage throughout the 8-week program


  • What You'll Bring

  • Attend and pass each of the 8-week training sessions with a score of 85% or higher
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Must be capable of reporting to training location and local service center for training throughout program
  • Must be willing to attend the START program after 8-week program is completed; relocation may be necessary in order to attend additional START Program training
  • Must follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and be able to lift up to 60 lbs
  • Be able to work in a team-based environment and have a "safety first" attitude
  • Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)


  • Benefits
    Compensation and Benefits
    As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:
  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick time after 90 days of employment 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

    $20.00 - $25.00/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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