Quality Engineering Internship

tmhcareers; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing

Mentorship from professionals

Hands-on experience in manufacturing/Q

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America in Columbus, IN is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in operations, TPS principles, Kaizen, and root-cause analysis while collaborating with the Quality team and mentors.

The role involves translating requirements to IT deliverables for the Supplier Portal, partnering with Production, Design Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain, and supporting supplier development and customer resolution.

Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
• Currently enrolled in an engineering degree program (industrial, mechanical, or similar).
• Ability to work onsite full-time in Columbus, IN for Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to translate requirements for IT deliverables for Toyota’s Supplier Portal.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to reduce repeat quality defects.
• Coordinate with Quality Engineering, Procurement, and Suppliers to support customer resolution and supplier development.
• Participate in customer and supplier visits.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree program (industrial, mechanical, or similar)

Job description

Join our Team as a Quality Engineering Intern!

The Role:

We’re seeking a motivated intern to join our team in Summer 2027! This internship offers hands-on experience in operations, where you’ll work on meaningful projects and gain insight into Toyota Production System (TPS) principles, continuous improvement (Kaizen), and root-cause analysis to ensure world class quality. You’ll collaborate with the Quality team, as well as mentors and leadership, building skills that will help launch your career!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Serve as a strategic bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to translate business requirements into clear IT deliverables to update Toyota’s Supplier Portal
• Partner with cross-functional teams - including Production & Design Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain - to track and reduce repeat quality defects
• Coordinate closely with Quality Engineering, Procurement, and Suppliers to support customer resolution and supplier development
• Participate in customer and/or supplier visits.

What We’re Looking For:

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• Currently enrolled in a degree program in engineering (industrial, mechanical, or similar)
• Ability to work onsite full-time in Columbus, IN, for the duration of the Summer 2027 internship

What Sets You Apart:

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
• Fosters strong, collaborative partnerships across departments to promote shared accountability and achieve unified project goals

Where and When You’ll Work:

• This is an in-person role located at our Columbus, IN office-ideal for those who thrive in a hands-On, team-oriented environment.

What You’ll Get in Return:

Wage - $20.00 - $30.00+ per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Early Career Benefits:

• Paid Housing (furnishings, utilities, & Wi-Fi included) - eligibility limited to employees residing 50+ miles outside the work location
• Hands-On Experience in Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain roles
• Mentorship from Experienced Professionals
• Direct Exposure to Senior Leadership & Executive Team
• Company-Sponsored Events & Intern Socials
• Paid Community Service Hours
• Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic
• Mental Health Advocate Services
• Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

Learn more here: https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers https://careers.raymondcorp.com/careers

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