About the role#
Tesla Finance integrates traditional financial planning and analysis with business strategy and operations. Finance team members work directly within daily operations to support both immediate execution and long-term planning. You will analyze data, build recommendations, and lead cross-functional teams to implement those ideas. Interns are assigned to specific subgroups based on background and interests.
What you'll do#
- Lead P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow forecast processes, including reviews with leadership and the Board of Directors.
- Manage global manufacturing investments, evaluate CapEx decisions, and lead manufacturing cost improvement initiatives.
- Support product development by establishing cost targets and analyzing cost versus performance trade-offs.
- Track and manage profit improvement across the company to boost gross margins and cash flow.
- Manage R&D investments and long-term planning for new products and capital needs.
- Develop financial projections and evaluate ROI for new markets, business models, and service activities.
- Lead pricing efforts for Energy Products and manage investments into Sales, Marketing, and Service.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong analytical and modeling skills, specifically in Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to work independently with a focus on execution and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Collaborative mindset and the ability to work well in team environments.
- Evidence of exceptional ability in ambiguous environments.
- Experience with SQL, Microsoft PowerQuery, or Power BI is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for the Summer 2027 term.
- The position requires a minimum of 12 weeks of commitment starting in May or June 2027.
- Work is on-site at one of the following locations: Palo Alto, CA; Fremont, CA; Austin, TX; or Sparks, NV.
- This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Tesla
Tesla produces electric vehicles, battery storage systems, and solar energy products. Founded in 2003, the company operates six vertically integrated factories across three continents. It is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and employs over 10,000 people. The organization designs, manufactures, sells, and services its products internally.
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