About the role#
Toyota Racing Development (TRD) is seeking a Commercial Intern to support our Commercial Operations team. This role provides hands-on experience in financial analysis, budget tracking, and business reporting. You will work directly with our staff to assist in recurring reporting cycles and ad hoc business decisions. This is a paid, part-time position based in Costa Mesa, California, for the Fall 2026 term.
What you'll do#
- Support budget tracking and variance analysis by monitoring spending against plans.
- Prepare cost reports and assist with program cost, expense roll-up, and cost-per-unit analysis.
- Build and maintain financial and commercial reports for leadership review.
- Pull, clean, and reconcile data from internal systems and third-party sources.
- Conduct research on market trends, industry benchmarks, and competitive activity.
- Prepare presentations, charts, and summaries for internal meetings.
- Document and improve repeatable processes, including report automation and templates.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or Analytics.
- Standing as a rising junior or senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, specifically pivot tables, lookups, and basic financial modeling.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Ability to work 24 hours per week on-site in Costa Mesa, California.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to present information to small groups.
Location & details#
- Location: Costa Mesa, California.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Schedule: Part-time, 24 hours per week.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Toyota North America
Toyota North America operates within the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. Founded in 1957, the company maintains its headquarters in Plano, Texas. It employs over 23,000 people and functions as a public company. The organization focuses on automotive, finance, manufacturing, mobility, and technology sectors.
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