Construction Procurement Intern

Job Description

Tesla was founded in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the transition to sustainable energy and protecting the planet Earth. Through solar energy, batteries, and electric vehicles, we are building a world of amazing abundance.

At Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, we manufacture the Model Y, and starting in 2027, we’ll produce everything from battery cells to electric vehicles. This is unique in Europe. Our international team consists of over 12,000 employees from 130 countries. We hire talent at all skill levels - prior experience in the automotive industry is not required. Would you like to help write the next chapter in Tesla’s success story and work at one of Germany’s most modern workplaces? Then this is the right place for you!

Location: Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg 

Duration: 6 Months

Time Type: Full-Time

Start Date: September 2026

The internship assignment:

Job Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end RFX process, including supplier mapping, scoping calls, and preparation of RFP/RFQ documents. 

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and clarify technical and commercial requirements. 

• Assist in analyzing supplier proposals, including cost modeling, value assessment, and risk evaluation. 

• Contribute to the development of data-driven business cases and recommendations. 

• Help prepare presentations for stakeholder reviews, spend analysis, and S2C milestone meetings. 

• Identify opportunities to improve procurement workflows through automation, data analytics, or AI-enabled tools. 

• Support the digitization and standardization of indirect procurement processes. 

• Work with cross-functional teams to enhance transparency, speed, and accuracy in procurement operations. 
  

Job Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Supply Chain Management, Data Science, or a related field. 

• Strong analytical mindset with proven problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. 

• Familiarity with procurement processes (e.g., sourcing, contracting, P2P) — previous internship experience is a plus. 

• Experience or demonstrated interest in AI workflows, data analysis, automation tools (e.g., Excel macros, Power BI, Python, AI platforms) is highly desirable. 

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities. 

• Proactive, self-driven, and able to take ownership of tasks with minimal supervision. 

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team spirit. 

• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of German is an advantage. 

Not only do we offer you an attractive compensation package, but also access to a wide range of perks and benefits. For example:

• Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop
• E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas
• You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses
• We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance

These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement.