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Toyota North Carolina is our first electric battery plant in North America and will be the hub of developing and producing lithium-ion batteries for our expanding portfolio of electrified vehicles, and so much more. 
To make this happen, we are building a world-class team of over 5,000 talented team members who want to grow and lead the future of mobility with us in Liberty, NC. 
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Toyota North Carolina Operational Program
Our Toyota Operational Program (TOPS) introduces top entry-level talent to engineering and operations areas within an automotive battery manufacturing environment and provides an accelerated pathway to a fulfilling career with Toyota North Carolina.
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Eligibility
  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or business discipline from an accredited college or university
  • Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) 
  • Prior internship and/or co-op experience in an engineering or business-related area 
  • Must be willing to support any shift 
What to Expect
TOPS is a two-year developmental program that includes rotational assignments across production, engineering, production control and quality. The program also offers opportunities for technical and soft skill development, networking, and mentorship. Specific rotation assignments are chosen based on current business needs and trainees’ educational backgrounds.
After the Program
Upon successful program completion, TOPS Trainees are placed into a full-time role in one of the completed rotation areas. TOPS Graduates form the talent pool from which future Toyota North Carolina Leaders, Managers, and Executives emerge.

Rotational Assigments

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Engineering Services
Assignment with Line Support Process Engineering, Battery Product Engineering, Project Engineering, or Controls/Maintenance Engineering.
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Production
Work on the production floor, the heart of our facility, overseeing processes and developing team members' manufacturing and problem-solving capabilities, with a strong focus on people development.
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Production Control
Involves daily, monthly, and annual planning of volume across production lines and gaining consensus with stakeholders including the executive team, production managers, and related teams at corporate headquarters.
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Quality 
Audit/improve in-house processes. Partner with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to strengthen quality systems. Complete root cause analyses and participate in the implementation of countermeasures.

Ready to start your career journey with Toyota North Carolina?

Here’s what to expect as you navigate the recruiting process:
Get to Know Us
Join us at a recruiting event on your university campus or check us out on Handshake, Glassdoor or LinkedIn. Be sure to visit our careers website regularly and follow us on social @ToyotaCollegePrograms and @LifeatToyota.
Express Interest & Apply
Complete the Interest Form and tell us more about yourself in order to receive updates on the TOPS program, including application information. Applications typically open in early Fall each year. 
Interview
If your skills and experience look like a match, a recruiter will reach out to set up a screening call. After that, you may be invited for an on-site assessment. Assessments for the program are scheduled for a full-day and include an interview, case study, and role play. Further details, including tips to prepare, will be provided to candidates invited to attend.
Stay Connected
Once you’ve applied, you can check your candidate status on our careers website. If you’re in the interview process, be sure to check-in regularly with your recruiter for status updates.
Next Steps
If you are selected for the program, your recruiter will reach out to you with the offer details and next steps. Anticipated start dates are mid-January (August / December graduates) and mid-June (May graduates).

"What attracted me to the program was the opportunity to be developed professionally, socially, and cross-functionally, so that I can be a more effective leader one day."

 – Scott S.

“I've been able to add so many great people to my professional network, and they've all been super helpful when I have questions or need help.”

– Kooy

“Experiencing multiple roles has allowed me to develop a more well-rounded view of how everyone works together to succeed in manufacturing.”

– Isaac K.

“One of the main things I have enjoyed since working at Toyota North Carolina is how employee centered the company is. Everyone's input is valued regardless of their position.”

– Gabriel R.

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