Future Talent Traineeship Programme - Gatwick

Tesla; Crawley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesla is launching its Future Talent Traineeship Programme, offering a unique opportunity for motivated individuals to gain experience in key entry-level roles. This full-time, 12-month program emphasizes mentorship and practical skills across various departments, paving the way for future career opportunities within Tesla.

Qualifications

• Full UK or EU Driving Licence for at least 1 year by start date.
• Not in full-time education at start; gap year students currently not eligible.

Responsibilities

• Support business functions across core departments.
• Assist with vehicle collection and customer service.
• Participate in rotational experience for skill development.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Multi-tasking

Job description

What To Expect

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Duration: 12 months

Time Type: Full-Time (5 days per week including weekend working)

As the newest member of Tesla’s Future Talent Traineeship Programme, you will play a key part in supporting us in our mission ‘to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy’ and forming the next generation of Tesla talent. Whether you’re looking for an alternative to further education, just graduated, or simply wanting a change of career to something more exciting, this is a fantastic opportunity to experience key entry-level roles at Tesla. The programme emphasizes potential over academic achievement, with mentorship from passionate industry professionals.

We are offering up to 28 vacancies across UK & Ireland locations, with some specializing in our Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) business area:

• London: Heathrow, Park Royal, Tottenham
• South Coast: Southampton (CPO), Winchester
• Home Counties: Chelmsford, Dartford, Gatwick, Guildford, Milton Keynes, Reading (CPO), St Albans
• Midlands: Longbridge (CPO), Northampton, Nottingham, Solihull, Wolverhampton (CPO & New)
• Northwest: Manchester Central, Manchester South (CPO)
• Northeast: Newcastle
• Scotland: Edinburgh, Glasgow
• East: Cambridge (CPO)
• Southwest: Bristol, Cardiff
• Ireland: Cork, Dublin

Please note, the final recruitment stage will be an in-person group assessment in mid-late July 2025.

What You'll Do

This programme offers a fast-track, rotational experience across core departments, with performance reviews to support your growth. It’s ideal for motivated self-starters eager to support business functions, meet targets, and bring fresh ideas. The core departments include:

• Front of House: Enhancing visitor, customer, and employee experiences
• Delivery: Assisting with vehicle collection for customers
• Parts: Supporting sourcing and allocation of vehicle parts
• Virtual Prep: Helping customers pre-service, diagnosing faults, or providing education
• Service: Introduction to vehicle repairs
• Sales: Supporting customer purchase journeys
• Elective Rotation: Final rotation aligned with your future role

Post-programme, based on your performance, you may have opportunities for full-time roles aligned with your strengths and career aspirations.

What You'll Bring

• Full UK or EU Driving Licence for at least 1 year by start date
• Enthusiasm for a fast-paced, multi-departmental programme
• Excellent communication skills
• Friendly, professional demeanor with confidentiality
• Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills
• Professionalism and positive representation of Tesla
• Willingness to travel to various Tesla locations and events
• Not in full-time education at start; gap year students currently not eligible