2026 Summer Intern – Sales Operations

Overview

Who we are

Who We Are: 

A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s 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. We’re looking for diverse, 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.  

College Programs Overview:  

Toyota’s 12–14-week internship and co-op program is designed to build a strong talent pipeline by providing university students with meaningful, hands-on experience that can lead to future full-time employment. From day one, interns are empowered to make a real impact—taking ownership of projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing innovative ideas. Whether you're working at our North American headquarters, R&D centers, manufacturing plants, or field offices, you'll be immersed in a dynamic environment that fosters growth, creativity, and professional development.

About the position:  

The Sales Operation Summer Internship is a 12-week summer program for college juniors and seniors that provides an up-close look at the corporate side of the Automotive World in one of our 14 nation-wide Toyota and Lexus offices.

Rotations:

Interns will be responsible for various analysis and projects within the regional offices. They’ll gain working knowledge of daily sales operations and complete rotations in either Vehicle Sales, Vehicle Supply, Incentives and Merchandising, Social Media and Digital Marketing, E-commerce, Product Training, Customer Retention, Parts and Service Marketing, etc.

Shadow Field Travelers:

Interns will gain firsthand knowledge of Toyota and Lexus operations while shadowing senior field travelers on their Dealership consulting contacts.

Typical Career Path:

Internship (12 weeks) > Management Trainee Program (18 months) > Regional Analyst > Field Traveler

Locations:

Toyota Regional Offices:

Boston Region (Mansfield, MA), Central Atlantic Toyota (Glen Burnie, MA), Chicago Region (Aurora, IL), Cincinnati Region (Cincinnati, OH), Denver Region (Englewood, CO), Kansas City Region (Kansas City, MO), Los Angeles Region (Irvine, CA), New York Region (West Caldwell, NJ), Portland Region (Portland, OR), San Francisco Region (San Ramon, CA),

Lexus Area Offices:

Lexus Eastern Area (Parsippany, NJ), Lexus Central Area (Naperville, IL), Lexus Southern Area (Atlanta, GA), Lexus Western Area (Irvine, CA)

Required Qualifications 

• Must be 18 years of age or older 
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing or related field is required
• 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
• 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 
• Possess a high degree of written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Candidates must be willing to relocate and have a valid driver’s license

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 [email protected]. Characteristics protected by law. Do you have a question or need assistance with your application? Check out the How to Apply section of our careers page on Toyota.com or send an email to [email protected] 

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 [email protected].