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Internship, Technical Editor, Service Engineering (Summer 2025)

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Tesla

Jan 23

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Media & Journalism
  • Palo Alto

Requirements

  • Pursuing a degree in Technical Writing or related field of study with a graduation date between 2025 - 2026
  • Ability to edit and create documentation that is accurate, complete, clear, specific and as concise as possible
  • Ability to explain technical concepts to peers, people from different parts of the organization and non-technical people
  • Aptitude with transcribing written words from non-native speakers
  • Impeccable written and verbal communication
  • Experience with various communications media and advanced formatting and presentation skills
  • Must be organized, detail-oriented, able to multi-task and evaluate priorities
  • Markup language experience (such as HTML, XML, DITA XML, or SGML) is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Create and update diagnostic information and procedures contained in the diagnostics database
  • Collaborate with various engineering and quality teams to gather technical information
  • Understand technical problems and communicate them effectively to non-technical people
  • Validate information for accuracy and use a routing and review process for document approval
  • Are organized, detail-oriented, and can multi-task well
  • Edit content according to a style guide and enforce organization standards
  • Manage tasks and information flow using collaboration software (such as JIRA, Wrike, SharePoint, Quickbase and custom databases)

FAQs

When does the internship start and how long does it last?

The internship is expected to start in May and continue through August/September for a minimum of 12 weeks.

Is this internship in-person or remote?

The internship is in-person and requires a commitment of 40 hours per week.

Can international students apply for this internship?

Yes, international students can apply, but if their work authorization is through CPT, they should consult their school before applying to confirm they can work 40 hours per week.

What is the focus of the Service Engineering Technical Editor Intern role?

The focus of the role is to work with engineering teams to create and refine diagnostic procedures and documentation for use by non-engineers, improving editorial and visual standards for documentation.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Applicants should be pursuing a degree in Technical Writing or a related field, with a graduation date between 2025 - 2026.

What skills are desired for this internship?

Desired skills include the ability to edit and create clear and concise documentation, explain technical concepts to non-technical individuals, strong written and verbal communication, and organization skills. Experience with markup languages is a plus.

What types of benefits do interns receive?

Interns are eligible for several benefits including medical plans, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k), employee discounts, and many others.

What is the expected hourly compensation for this internship?

The expected compensation ranges from $22.84 to $31.97 per hour, plus benefits.

Is Tesla an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

Are there accommodations available for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Tesla is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the hiring process.

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.

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