Students claim Tesla rescinded internships just weeks before they were set to begin

Tesla recently made the decision to revoke summer internships, causing dismay among eager college students who were looking forward to gaining experience at the innovative EV company. This unexpected move left some aspiring interns in a difficult position, forcing them to quickly rearrange their professional plans.

Two students took to LinkedIn to share their disappointment after their internship offers from Tesla were rescinded just three weeks before they were scheduled to begin their internship. While the exact number of offers being revoked remains unclear, reports indicate that Tesla is retracting summer internships in the wake of the company’s recent layoffs, which saw over 10% of its staff being cut.

In a further sign of restructuring within the company, CEO Elon Musk announced the departure of two senior executives and the dissolution of their divisions in a recent email. This ongoing change has left some employees feeling uncertain about their future at Tesla, with many concerned that they may be next in line for layoffs.

One student, Joshua Schreiber from Miami University, shared his disappointment on LinkedIn after receiving an email regarding flight information for his upcoming internship, only to have the offer rescinded shortly after. Despite the setback, Schreiber remained optimistic and open to new opportunities, emphasizing the importance of resilience in the face of adversity.

Similarly, another student, Brook Gura from the University of Texas at Austin, recounted receiving a call notifying her of the revoked internship offer, attributing it to Tesla’s recent layoffs. Diana Rosenberg, a technical lead at Tesla, expressed her sadness at losing a potential intern from her team and appealed to her professional network to help find opportunities for the affected students.

With Tesla typically hiring over 3,000 college students each year for internships, this recent development has undoubtedly impacted many aspiring interns who were looking forward to gaining valuable experience at the forefront of the automotive industry. As the situation continues to unfold, affected students and Tesla alike navigate this unexpected turn of events.

For further insights on this matter, Business Insider has reached out to Tesla, Schreiber, Gura, and Rosenberg for their comments and perspectives on the current situation.