Product Development Intern

JM Family • Westlake, FL

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About The Position

The JM Family College Internship Program provides college students with meaningful work experiences related to their programs of study. Interns contribute to team success, learn about JM Family’s companies and culture, and build skills through learning opportunities and networking events. The Product Development Intern will work with Southeast Toyota’s Product Development department, applying academic knowledge while gaining hands-on experience supporting automotive product development. The role contributes to product- and organization-based projects that support accessory launches for dealers and improve team efficiency. The ideal candidate will be available to work full-time during the Summer Internship Program, May 24, 2027 through July 30, 2027. Work arrangements are flexible depending on business need and may be revised based on performance, business need, and manager discretion.

Requirements

• Be actively enrolled in a degree-seeking program at an accredited college or university in a relevant field, and have completed at least one semester of coursework.
• Be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar engineering program, and maintain a satisfactory grade point average.
• Have completed sophomore-level coursework or higher and have a general understanding of mechanical components and systems gained through coursework.
• Have Microsoft Excel experience, including data entry and basic formulas.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, including the ability to manage priorities, time constraints, workflow, and complexity effectively.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated interest in automotive technology.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Power Apps and CAN.
• Previous automotive industry experience.
• Candidates studying related fields will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Complete at least one product-based project, such as developing a working prototype from a general concept or creating tools to support an accessory launch.
• Complete at least one organization-based project focused on team efficiency, such as developing digital product-comparison tools, using scanned mesh files to create 3D vehicle models, or developing a storage organization and inventory system.
• Support the development and evaluation of automotive components, including prototype development, competitive vehicle benchmarking, and commodity-level standards for automotive accessories.
• Assist with vehicle fit-up data collection, teardown and cost analysis, and development of commodity cost models for vehicle accessories.
• Review Supplier Corrective Action Reports for root cause definition, interim containment, and permanent corrective action.
• Provide weekly project progress updates and manage supporting activities, such as attending meetings and designing and 3D-printing placement aids.
• Follow applicable safety and quality policies and procedures, and support site and department compliance objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern