Tesla reviews

3.5

58% would recommend to a friend

(11,997 total reviews)
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Elon Musk

59% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

Tesla has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 11,997 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Tesla employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Produktion industry (3.5 stars).

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12K reviews
1.0
Nov 23, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The local team I worked with was filled with talented individuals, and there were moments of collaboration that truly showcased the company's potential. Additionally, the company's commitment to sustainable energy via different products was evident and commendable.

Cons

However, these positive aspects were unfortunately overshadowed by some notable challenges. Communication within the company, particularly from upper management, was often unclear and inconsistent. This created an environment where team members were left in the dark about important decisions and company direction. Moreover, there seemed to be a lack of a cohesive company culture, making it difficult to feel a sense of belonging. While some teams thrived, others struggled with internal conflicts that impacted overall morale. Another area of concern was the limited opportunities for professional growth. Despite expressing a strong interest in career development, I found the resources and support to be lacking, hindering my ability to advance within the organization.

3.0
Jul 29, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

I love Tesla and Elon’s companies. I drive a Tesla and would not want any other car. It’s an amazing company and it’s rare to find a job at a company that I actually love. Co workers all over the country are the coolest people. I feel that I belong.

Cons

Pay is low and no benefits. If you don’t love Tesla, you won’t like working here. Most of us put up with the low pay and lack of benefits because of our love for the mission and the products. Tesla definitely takes advantage of employees. At my site, the majority of the employees are part time on paper but required to work 35-40 hours a week in order to have the minimum coverage in the store. Most of us have been there 2+ years and still part time and have been working full time hours the entire duration because Tesla continues to dangle the carrot. It isn’t right that adults with children working full time hours are not provided with health insurance. Management is an extremely high turn around. My site alone has had 3 general managers in 2 years and 3 different regional managers in 2 years.

1.0
May 14, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

A paycheck. Free coffee. Genetic brand Cereal at the cafeteria.

Cons

Management gets recycled every 5 months, tops. Unrealistic deadlines and expectations coming from ignorants or inexperienced. Most of the management doesnt understand complexity of anything they are looking at, nor care. Numerous teams working on the same thing, never even care to cross paths. Never before worked for a company where employee meant so little, at all levels. HR without any backbone, just blindly following orders from the above. Changing direction every Monday. Overall a very demotivating place.

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