Parts Business Operations & Marketing Intern - The Toro Company
About The Position
The Parts Business Operations & Marketing Intern joins The Toro Company’s Residential Landscape Contractor Parts team to support the growth of parts and accessories through its dealer and distributor network. The internship offers hands-on experience in business growth, data analysis, sales collaboration, and process improvement. The intern will own a defined summer project, developing practical solutions to improve business processes and support Parts growth. The 2027 Summer Internship Program runs from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available for the full program and legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. The position is intended for someone currently pursuing a degree who plans to remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the internship.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Plan to remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program following the internship.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in how business functions, systems, and processes work together.
- Ability to organize complex or loosely defined problems, identify opportunities, and develop practical recommendations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions and organizational levels.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to ask questions, learn unfamiliar systems, and understand how work gets done.
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek information, feedback, or support.
- Availability to start on May 17, 2027, and participate through August 6, 2027.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Nice To Haves
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Experience with Power BI, data visualization, SharePoint, or similar business tools.
- Interest in sales, marketing, business operations, process improvement, data analysis, or dealer/distributor networks.
Responsibilities
- Own a defined summer project focused on improving a Parts business process, tool, reporting need, or growth opportunity from discovery through implementation.
- Organize and consolidate dealer, sales, program, and performance information into resources that are easier for teams to access and use.
- Document key data sources, reporting tools, systems, and workflows to identify gaps, duplication, and improvement opportunities.
- Analyze Parts and dealer performance to identify trends, sales opportunities, category gaps, and areas requiring additional focus.
- Translate business and dealer insights into practical marketing resources, dealer communications, sales tools, or program support materials.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, IT, Finance, Operations, and field teams to understand business needs, improve coordination, and develop practical solutions.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings, working sessions, and field or channel discussions to learn about Toro’s business and dealer network.
- Gather stakeholder feedback, test potential improvements, and create documentation to support continued use after the internship.
- Present project progress, findings, outcomes, and recommendations to business leaders.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Eight hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
- Casual corporate environment and dress-for-your-day approach.
- Flexible summer schedule at certain locations, with the possibility of leaving by noon on Friday.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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