2027 Supply Chain Strategy Internship

Overview

Who we are

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Terms Available: Summer 2027

Supply Chain Strategy Overview:

Toyota’s Supply Chain Strategy (SCS) team sits at North American Headquarters in Plano, TX and encompasses both Production Strategy and Innovation. Production Strategy is responsible for leading cross-functional studies to further optimize the supply chain in mass production of Toyota and Lexus vehicles throughout North America. The team is split into Vehicle and Powertrain and owns make versus buy, capacity, allocation, USMCA compliance, and in-line accessory strategy. Innovation is responsible for end-to-end supply chain initiatives, such as high-level cost reduction and improved speed of operations, not tied directly to a specific model production.

Locations:

• Plano, TX

What you’ll be doing

Throughout your internship, you will gain exposure to a variety of ongoing projects and responsibilities in Production Strategy, including -but not limited to- the following:

• Make versus buy studies: determine which parts of a given vehicle model are produced in-house and which are outsourced. If in-house, study will determine which North American Manufacturing Center (NAMC) will produce them, balancing key considerations of capacity, logistics, quality, speed, and cost.

• Capacity setting: calculate maximum capacity of vehicle assembly lines in North America, including leading studies for any capacity adjustments that come through takt time changes, new model introductions, ratio restrictions, etc. These studies include comparing incremental operating profit to incremental investment, understanding payback of proposed scenarios to determine optimal path forward.

• In-line accessories: set direction for installation location of optional vehicle content, i.e. in-line vs. post-production vs. dealership. Lead all relevant stakeholders in study to gather and analyze all inputs of logistics, packaging, quality, quantity, space, labor, etc. to calculate breakeven point of accessories and recommend production direction.

• Process optimization: continually modernize and enhance existing team processes, deliverables, and dashboards. This includes adept use of data visualization tools (Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI), Microsoft Excel, and enterprise AI tools (Chat GPT, Claude, etc.). Propose and implement process improvement through Toyota Business Practice (TBP) and Ji Kotei Kanketsu (JKK).

What you bring:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must have reliable transportation

• Preferred GPA 3.5 and above

• Excellent financial acumen and data literacy

• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills

• 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 a business discipline or related field, such as:

• Supply Chain Management

• Business Management

• Operations Management

• Logistics

• Business Administration

• Project Engineering

• Industrial Engineering

• Engineering Management

• Manufacturing Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Systems Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

What we’ll 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 and opportunities

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 talent.acquisition@toyota.com.