The 2026 Summer Internship Program will run from May 18, 2026, through August 7, 2026. Candidates must be available to start on May 18 and participate through the duration of the program.
Who Are We?
The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA.
Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental centers and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.
What Will You Do?
In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, the Trade Compliance Intern will be responsible for:
- Analyzing tariffs for financial impact reporting
- Collaborating with team members to develop and implement strategies for self-auditing of customs declarations
- Conducting data analysis and modeling to support decision-making processes
- Participation in the evaluation of current operational practices and recommend improvements
- Supporting the development and execution of projects aimed at increasing compliance and mitigating duties
- Preparing reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
What Do You Need?
To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:
- Currently working on completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in operations-related field such as supply chain, logistics, or industrial engineering; we will only consider students who plan be enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the summer
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- A general understanding of the import process with US Customs & Border Protection
- Confident, proactive, and able to produce high-quality deliverables with little direct oversight
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong sense of responsibility and accountability – takes ownership and demonstrates initiative and follow-up capabilities
- Adaptable and flexible – ability to handle ambiguity and changing priorities
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and a customer service orientation
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
- Proficiency with basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experience in SAP or other systems a plus
What Can We Give You?
At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay- The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:
- Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
- Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
- Summer Hours *Based on Location* – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
- Competitive Pay – anticipated pay range $22.00-$33.00 per hour.
The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.