Manufacturing Engineer Intern - The Toro Company

The Toro Company; Minnesota; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Volunteerism – 8 hours paid time toVol

Summer Hours – flexible schedule

Competitive hourly pay $22–$28

Job summary

The Toro Company is seeking motivated students for a 2027 Summer Internship Program in Minnesota. The program runs May 17 to August 6, 2027, and interns must be available to start May 17 and complete the duration. Interns will gain hands-on experience in manufacturing, tooling, and mechatronics while supporting new product releases.

The internship offers competitive pay and location-based summer hours. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship cannot be

Qualifications

• Internship requires basic mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and time-management are valued.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Plant layout mapping for manufacturing processes.
• Process line balancing to optimize throughput.
• Electronic and visual work instruction implementation.
• Tooling database documentation and tooling implementation.
• New product release implementation.
• Mechatronics, programming, and AGV troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

MS Office

CAD software

Education

GPA 3.0+

Tools

MS Office

CAD software

Job description

The 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available to start on May 17 and participate through the duration of the program.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.

Who Are We?

The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA. Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Plant layout mapping
• Process line balancing
• Electronic and visual work instruction implementation
• Manufacturing tooling database documentation and tooling implementation
• New product release implementation
• Mechatronics, Programming, and AGV Troubleshooting

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with an ability to learn and apply new things
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Problem-solving acumen
• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), CAD software
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize based on due dates or importance

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, We Are Always Working To Make Sure Our Interns Know Just How Valued They Are. In Addition To a Competitive Pay- The Toro Company Offers Interns a Variety Of Perks, Including

• Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
• Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Summer Hours *Based on Location* – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
• Competitive Pay – Competitive compensation with an anticipated hourly rate of $22–$28. Actual rates may vary based on factors such as academic standing, business function, and other relevant considerations.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non‑merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.