Tesla reviews

3.5

58% would recommend to a friend

(11,980 total reviews)
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Elon Musk

59% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Tesla has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 11,980 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
2.0
Nov 12, 2025

Terrible culture

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Fast cars Cool mission Innovation driven

Cons

Cut throat sales culture Lack of HR support Lack of training

4.0
Nov 12, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Tesla offers an unmatched opportunity to grow quickly and learn in a high-performance, innovative environment. You work alongside smart, driven people who are passionate about making an impact. Compensation and benefits are competitive, and the company’s mission truly motivates you to push your limits.

Cons

The workload can be intense, and work-life balance isn’t always ideal. Expectations are high, and the pace can be demanding, which may not be for everyone.

2.0
Nov 12, 2025

OK company

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits Good pay scales

Cons

Management plays favorites and will actively try to remove you or block you if you are not in their good graces

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