Internship, Video Production (Winter/Spring 2026)
About this internship
Tesla is hiring an on-site Video Production intern for Winter/Spring 2026 in Fremont, CA, supporting video production within the automotive and electric vehicle industry. In this role, you’ll likely help plan and produce shoots, contributing to pre-production work like storyboarding through permitting and scheduling. The position is geared toward students pursuing a degree in film, production, or a related field, with pay listed at $20–$50 per hour.
Qualifications
Required
- Pursuing a Degree in Film, Production, or related fields
- Experienced camera operator and video producer
- Pre-production and shoot planning experience from storyboarding to permitting and planning
Nice to have
- A portfolio or reel showing camera operation and produced video work.
- Comfort collaborating with others during pre-production planning and on set.
- Strong attention to detail when tracking shot lists, schedules, and permits.
- Clear communication skills for coordinating plans from storyboards to shoot logistics.
- Ability to work on-site in Fremont, CA and adapt to changing shoot needs.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before applying, assemble 2–4 short samples that highlight your camera operation and pre-production planning (e.g., a storyboard page, shot list, or a brief breakdown of how you handled permitting and scheduling). In your application, connect each sample to the specific planning-to-production steps you contributed to, and link your reel alongside your resume.