2027 Summer Internship

TRD Toyota Racing Development Company; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) offers a 12-week summer internship on-site in Costa Mesa, CA or Salisbury, NC. You will gain hands-on experience in automotive engineering, apply your classroom knowledge, and network with TRD professionals.

Be enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Automotive Technology, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with a 3.0+ GPA. Join TRD for a fast-paced, goal-oriented learning environment and the opportunity to contribute to

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a full-time, accredited bachelor’s or higher degree program in one of the listed disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Gain experiences related to your major and hands-on applications.
• Apply classroom learning through practical projects and team collaboration.
• Network with professionals in motorsports and TRD engineering groups.
• Work on teams across aerodynamics, chassis, CNC programming, and engine design.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

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 theteam 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 ofyour 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
• Salisbury, NC

A successful candidate will

• Be actively enrolled in a full-time, accredited bachelor’s or above degree program studying one ofthe 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.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [e-mail].

Career Possibilities

At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.