Business Co-op/Intern - Spring 2027

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 32,166 - 41,617; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing accommodations

Networking opportunities

Performance feedback

Mentorship

On-site wellness center

Paid overtime

Job summary

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. is seeking Business Co-op/Intern candidates for Spring 2027. This role involves supporting various business functions including business analysis, supply chain management, finance, and customer experience enhancements.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and commit to at least 10 weeks of full-time work. Competitive hourly wages, mentorship, and potential for full-time employment upon completion are offered.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher (transcript required).
• Class status – sophomore (by credit hour) or above.
• Availability to work a minimum of 10 weeks at 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support cost planning, financial analysis, and business case development.
• Prepare and analyze Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and supplier cost data.
• Assist with benefits administration and Human Resources customer service.
• Support Digital Services business initiatives and customer experience improvements.

Skills

Business coursework

Financial analysis

Market research

Supply chain management

Customer experience improvement

Analytical tools proficiency

Effective communication

Education

Enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Business Co-op/Intern – Spring 2027

This job description reflects potential openings for the Spring 2027 Co‑op/Internship Session (January‑April/May). The positions may be single or multi‑semester. Sponsored employment visa status is unavailable; applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

More About The Business Co‑op/Intern at Honda

The following sections describe potential environments and duties across our various Business Co‑op/Intern positions. Work environments and projects may include but are not limited to:

Business Analysis, Planning, and Strategy

• Support cost planning, financial analysis, and business case development for current and future initiatives
• Build and maintain analytical tools, databases, and financial simulations using Microsoft Excel and Access
• Conduct market sizing, forecasting, and scenario analysis to support long‑range planning and profitability
• Analyze emerging consumer, industry, and societal trends to assess future business and market impacts
• Assist with long‑range market, model volume, and business performance forecasting

Supply Chain Management

• Prepare and analyze Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and supplier cost data for accuracy and competitiveness
• Analyzing quotes for accuracy
• Cost comparisons to standards and targets
• Creating cost management databases and analysis tools using Microsoft Excel and Access

Finance & Accounting

• Perform cost comparisons against standards and targets
• Support general ledger activities, including balance sheet account analysis and reconciliation
• Assist with financial statement compilation and reporting

Human Resources & Talent Operations

• Support daily Associate Relations activities and provide Human Resources customer service support
• Assist with benefits administration, human resources systems inquiries, and leave of absence audits
• Participate in information‑sharing sessions related to company programs and initiatives
• Support competency management, mentoring programs, and associate development resources
• Research and document best practices related to performance management and talent development
• Assist with total rewards research, payroll best practices, and development of operational standards

Digital Services, Customer Experience, and Marketing Support

• Support Digital Services business initiatives with a focus on connected and emerging technologies
• Build business cases for new digital opportunities, including financial modeling and market research
• Assist Customer Experience (CX) teams with initiatives that improve customer satisfaction and loyalty
• Support coordination, enhancement, and scaling of digital systems and CX products
• Help ensure consistent, high‑quality experiences across customers, associates, and dealer touchpoints

Consumer Insights & Market Planning

• Support the definition of target customer personas, usage scenarios, product requirements, and unique selling propositions (USPs)
• Assist with future market planning by monitoring macro‑level developments and industry trends
• Translate customer and market insights into actionable recommendations for product and business teams

Required

What you need to be successful in this role

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• General business coursework
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher (transcript required)
• Class status – sophomore (by credit hour) or above
• Availability to work a minimum of 10 weeks at 40 hours per week
• Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program studying purchasing, supply chain, operations management, or related field
• Valid U.S. driver’s license (exceptions considered on a case‑by‑case basis)
• Ability to secure own transportation to and from work each day
• Public transportation and ride share services are limited at some locations. Co‑ops are responsible for securing transportation and must have a reliable plan for attendance.

Position Locations

• Marysville, Ohio (45 minutes northwest of Columbus, Ohio)
• Torrance, California (30 minutes south of Downtown Los Angeles, California)
• Lincoln, Alabama (45 minutes northeast of Birmingham, Alabama)

Honda Co‑operative And Learning Internships Program Benefits

Housing accommodations: Honda offers housing at a shared cost or a housing stipend based on location for our co‑ops and interns. Opt‑in is optional.

Honda business resource groups provide networking opportunities, a chance to give back, and professional development. Groups span diversity dimensions such as gender, ethnicity, ability, and life stage.

Performance feedback: Co‑ops and interns receive informal and formal feedback, including mid‑term and final evaluations.

Mentorship: Each co‑op/intern is assigned a mentor in their department.

On‑site wellness center: Co‑ops and interns have access to wellness centers that may include gyms, cardio machines, weights, basketball courts, pools, dieticians, personal trainers, and fitness classes.

Paid overtime: Co‑ops and interns receive 1.5 times their hourly rate for any overtime worked.

Consideration for full‑time employment: The co‑operative learning internship program serves as a talent pipeline for full‑time positions.

Hourly wage range: $23.35–$30.21. Pay will be based on several variables, including geographic location, work experience, and education.

Additional details regarding benefits are provided upon offer.