2026 Toyota Production System Internship
2026 Toyota Production System Internship
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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 worlds 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. Were looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
Excited to grow your career at Toyota
We value our talented employees and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you we encourage you to apply!
To save time applying Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
We are seeking interns to work in our Toyota Production System Department at our Headquarters located in Plano TX (near Dallas). Willingness and ability to travel is a must for this position which requires frequent travel within the United States.
TPS is looking for self-driven innovative students to join our organization in supporting Toyotas North American Operations with continuous improvement efforts. TPS is the very same department that Taiichi Ohno created to carry out his vision of the world-renowned Toyota Production System (TPS).
Co-ops have the opportunity to work jointly with the North American Manufacturing Centers (NAMCs) or suppliers because the kaizen cycle is endless! This role interfaces with top management and executives at Toyota in pursuit of a common goal: being better than we were yesterday. If you have a passion for continuous improvement then we want to hear from you!
In this role you will work side-by-side with project teams on the shop floor to develop your own Toyota Production Systems (TPS) skill through actively practicing Genchi Genbutsu (go and see) identifying gaps for improvement and participating in activity to meet challenging targets. As your TPS toolbox grows you will develop logical strategies meet tight project schedules and produce results all while adhering to the basic principles of TPS.
As an TPS intern you can expect to support company objectives to reduce cost and lead time specifically by detecting and eliminating waste. This supports our Customer First mentality. You will find productivity improvements throughout the entire supply chain while energetically learning and applying TPS basic-thinking and tools. Doing so you will visualize problems exercise practical problem-solving and engage in the kaizen cycle all in an effort to expand our capability and promote the transfer of knowledge to Toyotas affiliate and project companies across North America.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g. H-1B O-1 E-3 H-1B1 TN or F-1 OPT extension) now or in the future
- Minimum GPA of 2.7 or higher
- Must have completed at least one full academic year at a two- or four-year college or university post-high school (sophomore standing or above)
- Currently enrolled in a full-time accredited degree program (this includes both two-year and four-year colleges) studying in an engineering discipline or related field:
- Mechanical Engineer / Engineering Technology
- Electrical Engineer / Engineering Technology
- Industrial Engineer / Engineering Technology
- Automotive Technology
- Materials Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Data Science
What youll be doing
Analyze the shop floor through Genchi Genbutsu.
- Learn and utilize TPS tools to visualize waste.
- Set challenging targets that align with NA cost competitiveness.
- Develop strategies as well as coordinating participating in Kaizen activities.
- Carry-out exciting project assignments to achieve NA targets.
- Develop TPS basic-thinking and transfer to project teams participants etc.
- Utilize activity reflection summaries as development opportunities to share TPS with others.
What well bring
During your interview process our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your education
Toyota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the inclusiveness of the communities where we live and do business. 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.
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. Toyota is proud to have 10 different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members efforts to dream do and grow without questioning that they belong.
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 characteristics protected by law. Have a question or need assistance with your application Check out the How to Apply section of our careers page on or send an email to
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. Toyota is proud to have 10 different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members efforts to dream do and grow without questioning that they belong.
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 .
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
