Internship, Video Production, Content; Fall

What to Expect

Consider before submitting an application:
This position is expected to start January 2026 and continue through the entire Spring term (i.e., through May) or into early Summer 2026, if available. We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full‑time, for most internships. Please consider before applying.

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.

Internship Program at Tesla

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 the intern to experience life at Tesla by giving them projects that are critical to their team's success.

The People Content team is seeking a Video Production intern to join us in Austin, Texas. This person will be responsible for designing and developing content that brings our HR/People campaigns, policies, processes, and programs to life in memorable and meaningful ways. Supporting the business, this person will have a problem‑solving mindset, a proactive/results‑oriented approach, and a talent for generating creative ideas.

This is an opportunity to make a positive impact and help accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

• Research, write, film, direct, edit, storyboard, and produce content that effectively serves business needs and communicates the concept to stakeholders and collaborators
• Creative, organized with attention to detail, able to carry multiple projects in parallel. Pre‑production and shoot planning experience
• Coordinate interdepartmentally within Tesla to plan video shoots. Identify and scout locations. Secure permits
• Maintain clear and consistent communication within the team and among all parties involved
• Strong organization - create shortlists, shoot schedules, and call sheets
• Be effective with time and budget. Be capable of tackling a one‑day production, a one‑week production and beyond, locally as well as out of state in short time frames

• Currently pursuing a degree in Video Production, or a related field
• Experienced camera operator, video producer, and photographer. Design and execute effective shots for the video. Experience with drone operation is a plus
• Experience with recording and mixing audio
• Strong understanding of Post‑Production - experienced in video editing, color grading, and transcoding media for final delivery
• Proficiency with Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, or DaVinci Resolve is preferred
• A passion for our mission
• Positive attitude with a bias for taking action and seeking feedback; thrives in a collaborative environment that values feedback and building trust
• Comfortable with uncertainty, ambiguity, and working in the office 5 days a week. Ability to be adaptable to changing priorities

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
• Backup 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