Tesla Employee Reviews about "changing the world"
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(73 total reviews)
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- "Pay is good and it is exciting to see all the leading technology in electric cars" (in 467 reviews)
- "Long hours and working weekends are fairly normal depending on the importance and timelines of projects." (in 452 reviews)
- "very poor management; no life and work balance; pay rate is miserable according to the work being done." (in 423 reviews)
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Updated Nov 29, 2023
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Return to all Reviews- 5.0Aug 24, 2016Anonymous EmployeeFormer Employee
Pros
With other tech companies, you can't get work done as quickly and implement solutions because of the structure. Tesla still has a start up culture which is very fast paced. The work is extremely exciting and you are surrounded by people who want to change the world and get the world's best cars to customers. At the Gigafactory, all of the interns knew each other and went to Lake Tahoe or explored Reno every weekend. I think it goes without saying that at Tesla, you will not be treated like an intern. You will be treated like one of the team and I would say that I was even treated like family.
Cons
If you are looking to work 40 hours per week, Tesla is not for you. Also, Tesla wants to provide affordable cars and sometimes those savings mean less resources for employees. Also, you 100% need your own car because there was no shuttle service when I was there.
3 - 2.0Nov 15, 2023Technical WriterFormer Employee, more than 1 yearSparks, NV
Pros
Work with motivated people from around the world who generally seem to care about their work and the company's stated mission
Cons
Poor working environment, very little structure for writers, constantly changing documentation means you're always playing catchup
1 - 4.0Aug 7, 2021Inside SalesCurrent Employee, less than 1 yearLas Vegas, NV
Pros
benefits, stock options, product, team, coaching, overtime is not required
Cons
need time management, and grinding through leads when its busy. career path outside of sales not very clear. dont drink the cool-aid; 'youre making a difference in the world by helping people use sustainable energy'.
- 2.0Nov 17, 2015Regional Sales ManagerFormer EmployeePalo Alto, CA
Pros
A company that's achieving the impossible gets a great deal of respect in the business world. If you get satisfaction from working all the time it's the place for you.
Cons
Limited balance, limited mobility, no security - lost culture and poor direction from upper level (VP, Senior Management).
16 - 5.0Feb 15, 2022Software EngineerCurrent Employee, more than 1 year
Pros
It's great working for a company that is genuinely making the world a better place.
Cons
Direction from senior management can shift quickly, so you need to be able to quickly switch from project to project.
- 4.0Jun 11, 2021Customer Experience SpecialistFormer Employee
Pros
Stocks are a very nice benefit considering the direction the world is headed in with electric vehicles.
Cons
They could do a much better job of hiring the right people.
- 5.0Jul 10, 2018Intern - HourlyCurrent Employee, more than 1 yearLathrop, CA
Pros
Having the opportunity to work for a company that is changing the world is exhilarating and rewarding. The projects I get to work on are right up my alley, challenging, and stretch my ability to allow me to learn on the job. The compensation is adequate for the work put in, and I feel valued every day at work. Team around me is encouraging and kind which creates a pleasant place to go into work each day.
Cons
The only con I can perceive is that Tesla is a high stress, high pace environment. People here work really hard and get things done. I wouldn’t say it is for everyone, but for a lot of people they would fit right in and feel at home.
153 - 4.0Apr 3, 2013PurchasingCurrent Employee, more than 3 yearsFremont, CA
Pros
Tesla is an exciting environment and there is never a dull moment. The constants media attention is interesting. There is unlimited challenging opportunities. It is rewarding to change the world with innovative products and a game changing business model.
Cons
The hours are long and the challenges can be extremely difficult. It can be difficult for individuals and teams to have enough energy and innovation to accomplish goals year after year in a perpetual start-up environment. There is very little formal training.
1 - 4.0Apr 22, 2023Advanced Robotics InternFormer Intern, less than 1 yearPalo Alto, CA
Pros
Amazingly passionate people working towards a powerful mission to help make world a better place.
Cons
Long working hours and compensation a bit lower than the leading AI companies out there.
- 3.0May 19, 2017Anonymous EmployeeFormer EmployeeFremont, CA
Pros
Exciting products Brilliant people to work with Brand recognition Employees are empowered to do what needs to be done Lean management structure
Cons
Definitely a cult like environment No room for descent, there is one company line and everyone tows it, period Management mentality that it's 'the best company in the world' so no need to put effort into retaining staff. There are always more people to pick from No work life balance. Its a meat grinder, no matter what level performer you are
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