2027 Summer Internship

toyota; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) offers motivated students a hands-on internship in automotive engineering, with teams across TRD disciplines in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.

As an intern you will gain practical experience, apply classroom learning, and network with professionals while expanding your technical skills. Positions may be in Costa Mesa, CA or Salisbury, NC, with a salary range provided.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s or above program in Automotive Technology, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Junior or Senior with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Able to work a 12-week summer internship.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computer application software.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Gain new experiences related to your major.
• Apply classroom learning through hands-on applications.
• Network with professionals in your field of interest.
• Test drive a career and get a better grasp of your goals and interests.
• Expand your technical skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) is looking for motivated, high performing students.

TRD inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans by advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack success. A TRD internship offers students the potential for valuable learning opportunities outside the classroom within a close, fast paced, goal-oriented environment.

As an intern at TRD, you will be considered an integral part of the team and will be provided with tasks that are both technically challenging and educationally stimulating.

You will:

• Gain new experiences related to your major
• Apply classroom learning through hands-on applications
• Network with professionals in your field of interest
• Test drive a career and get a better grasp of your goals and interests
• Expand your technical skills

Students will be assigned to teams most related to their field of study and gain exposure to the many facets of motorsports, including:

• Aerodynamics
• Chassis engineering
• CNC programming
• Engine design and development
• Engine production
• Manufacturing
• Simulation

Positions may be in: Costa Mesa, CA or Salisbury, NC

A successful candidate will:

• Be actively enrolled in a full-time, accredited bachelor's or above degree program studying one of the following disciplines:
  • Automotive Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
• Be a Junior or Senior with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher
• Be able to work a 12-week summer internship
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have working knowledge of computer application software
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision

The annual base salary range for this position is $56,400.00 - $91,700.00.

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.