Commercial Sales Training Developer Intern - The Toro Company

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 center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.

We are seeking a motivated and creative Sales Training Developer Intern to join our Commercial Sales Education & Training team for an approximately 3-month internship supporting sales in the golf, sports fields, and grounds market. This role is ideal for someone passionate about creating engaging learning experiences, as well as learning more about what it takes to be an instructional designer.

What Will You Do?

You’ll work closely with the Commercial Training and Education team and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design, develop, and refine at least one complete training course that empowers our sales teams to succeed. You’ll complete this internship with a fully developed training content to showcase in your portfolio, along with valuable, hands-on experience in instructional design and course development within a commercial sales context.

To learn and grow in this position, you will be responsible for: 

• Taking the lead in needs analysis and learner persona research to inform training design.
• Designing and developing an engaging training course from start to finish, which may include any or all the following: graphic designs, video, eLearning modules, job aids, and assessments.
• Assisting in organizing and structuring course content for clarity and effectiveness.
• Maintaining version control and documentation of training assets.
• Partnering with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and team members to ensure transparent and efficient project tracking.  

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: 

• Experience & Education:
  • Actively pursuing an Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or related major
  • Entering your Junior or Senior Year
• Skills:
  • Familiarity with instructional design methodology (e.g., ADDIE, SAM)
  • Ability to follow design templates and style guides
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Experience with any of the following is a plus:
    • Articulate Suite (Storyline, Rise, etc.)
    • Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro
    • Camtasia
    • Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Characteristics:
  • Possesses a collaborative nature
  • Openness to feedback and iterative design processes
  • Values open and honest communication
  • Operates in a solution-oriented mindset
  • Takes initiative on tasks

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 $22.00-$33.00 per hour.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.