Tesla Cancels Internships Amid Broad Layoffs, Impacting Summer Plans

Elon Musk's cost-cutting measures lead to the rescission of internship offers for hundreds of college students, disrupting their summer employment plans.

Tesla has rescinded internship offers for its summer 2024 program, affecting students who had already made significant preparations.
The cancellations are part of a larger series of layoffs at Tesla, which include the dismissal of the 500-person Supercharger team.
Affected students have expressed their disappointment and financial losses on social media, with some having turned down other opportunities.
Tesla typically hires over 3,000 interns annually, but the recent cuts reflect a shift in company strategy under Musk's leadership.
The company is also focusing on developing cheaper EV models and a new robotaxi, expected to be showcased in August.