Production Engineering Internship

Toyota Material Handling•Columbus, IN

6h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Engineering Intern, you’ll play a hands-on role in new equipment procurement, capacity analysis, and new model launch across our operations. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and shop floor associates to drive real impact—helping us build safer, higher-quality products while enhancing our environmental footprint. This is a unique opportunity to grow your technical skills, gain real-world manufacturing experience, and contribute to Toyota’s legacy of excellence.

Requirements

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in a technical field with proven, applicable experience
Ability to understand layouts and design fixtures and tooling using Solidworks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or Catia
Prior internship, work experience, or club activity which demonstrates a desire for hands on learning

Nice To Haves

Commitment to lifelong learning and process improvement
Ability to convey information in an understandable format
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges

Responsibilities

Complete a summer project using the PDCA methodology focused on process improvement within the manufacturing facility
Analyze and improve production processes to enhance efficiency and resource utilization.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that promote workplace safety and product quality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and deliver maximum value to our customers.
Help implement process controls and standardization efforts that ensure consistency and reliability.
Learn and apply Toyota Production System (TPS) principles to improve material flow, inventory management, and lead times.