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Get Access To All JobsAt Toyota Research Institute (TRI), we’re on a mission to improve the quality of human life. We’re developing new tools and capabilities to amplify the human experience. To lead this transformative shift in mobility, we’ve built a world-class team advancing the state of the art in AI, robotics, driving, and material sciences.
This is a paid 12-week internship opportunity and is a hybrid, in-office role.
Here’s a glimpse into the Internship experience from some of our TRI interns!
The Team: The Accelerated Materials Design and Discovery (AMDD) Team at Toyota Research Institute is focused on accelerating the design and discovery of new materials to enable emissions-free mobility. Materials are at the heart of clean energy technologies, such as batteries, fuel cells, solar cells, hydrogen electrolysis, and carbon capture, and discovering new materials can deliver the breakthroughs needed to displace traditional fossil fuels. Our team develops tools to overcome roadblocks in the materials discovery process using software, machine learning, robotics, and automation. Our customers are scientists and engineers advancing new batteries, fuel cell catalysts, and other materials development projects. By increasing the speed of discovery, we can iterate faster and bring new materials from the lab to the world at a much-needed, faster pace.
The Opportunity:
The intern will work within the AMDD team on a project focused on developing advanced analysis tools and pipelines for X-Ray diffraction (XRD) patterns of mixed-metal oxide thin-films. They will use and develop automated Rietveld refinement tools to label XRD patterns and understand structure-property-processing relationships across a compositionally diverse dataset. They will perform phase identification on XRD patterns ranging from unary to ternary metal-oxides, and develop pipelines to perform automatic or human-assisted labeling of experimental data. They will investigate crystallite size, texturing, and strain across the dataset. This work will contribute to the development of automated workflows for phase identification from XRD, an essential bottleneck in accelerating high-throughput materials discovery.
Responsibilities
- Scope the project to align with the core research efforts.
- Be the primary driver of the technical plan (e.g., model development, analysis plan) with regular feedback from mentors.
- Execute the project using TRI resources.
- Present the project’s approach and findings in research meetings.
Qualifications
- Pursuing a PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related fields.
- Familiar with running tabletop or synchrotron XRD experiments.
- 2+ years experience in performing Rietveld refinement, bonus if familiar with analyzing different materials classes.
- Experience with basic data analysis in Python.
- A track record of executing research projects evidenced by journal publications.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work and foster collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.
- Desire to work on challenging and open-ended research projects.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience using XRD phase identification software, e.g. DARA, GSAS-II, MAUD, Spotlight.
- Experience working with thin-film metal oxides.
- Comfortable working with large datasets.
- Experience with code best practices and collaborative software development using git.
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $45 and $65/hour for California-based roles. Base pay offered will depend on multiple individualized factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience, skills, job-related knowledge, and market location. TRI offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off benefits (including holiday pay and sick time). Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Please reference this Candidate Privacy Notice to inform you of the categories of personal information that we collect from individuals who inquire about and/or apply to work for Toyota Research Institute, Inc. or its subsidiaries, including Toyota A.I. Ventures GP, L.P., and the purposes for which we use such personal information.
TRI is fueled by a diverse and inclusive community of people with unique backgrounds, education and life experiences. We are dedicated to fostering an innovative and collaborative environment by living the values that are an essential part of our culture. We believe diversity makes us stronger and are proud to provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all, without regard to an applicant’s race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, religion, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
At Toyota Research Institute (TRI), we’re on a mission to improve the quality of human life. We’re developing new tools and capabilities to amplify the human experience. To lead this transformative shift in mobility, we’ve built a world-class team advancing the state of the art in AI, robotics, driving, and material sciences.
This is a paid 12-week internship opportunity and is a hybrid, in-office role.
Here’s a glimpse into the Internship experience from some of our TRI interns!
The Team: The Accelerated Materials Design and Discovery (AMDD) Team at Toyota Research Institute is focused on accelerating the design and discovery of new materials to enable emissions-free mobility. Materials are at the heart of clean energy technologies, such as batteries, fuel cells, solar cells, hydrogen electrolysis, and carbon capture, and discovering new materials can deliver the breakthroughs needed to displace traditional fossil fuels. Our team develops tools to overcome roadblocks in the materials discovery process using software, machine learning, robotics, and automation. Our customers are scientists and engineers advancing new batteries, fuel cell catalysts, and other materials development projects. By increasing the speed of discovery, we can iterate faster and bring new materials from the lab to the world at a much-needed, faster pace.
The Opportunity:
The intern will work within the AMDD team on a project focused on developing advanced analysis tools and pipelines for X-Ray diffraction (XRD) patterns of mixed-metal oxide thin-films. They will use and develop automated Rietveld refinement tools to label XRD patterns and understand structure-property-processing relationships across a compositionally diverse dataset. They will perform phase identification on XRD patterns ranging from unary to ternary metal-oxides, and develop pipelines to perform automatic or human-assisted labeling of experimental data. They will investigate crystallite size, texturing, and strain across the dataset. This work will contribute to the development of automated workflows for phase identification from XRD, an essential bottleneck in accelerating high-throughput materials discovery.
Responsibilities
- Scope the project to align with the core research efforts.
- Be the primary driver of the technical plan (e.g., model development, analysis plan) with regular feedback from mentors.
- Execute the project using TRI resources.
- Present the project’s approach and findings in research meetings.
Qualifications
- Pursuing a PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related fields.
- Familiar with running tabletop or synchrotron XRD experiments.
- 2+ years experience in performing Rietveld refinement, bonus if familiar with analyzing different materials classes.
- Experience with basic data analysis in Python.
- A track record of executing research projects evidenced by journal publications.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work and foster collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.
- Desire to work on challenging and open-ended research projects.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience using XRD phase identification software, e.g. DARA, GSAS-II, MAUD, Spotlight.
- Experience working with thin-film metal oxides.
- Comfortable working with large datasets.
- Experience with code best practices and collaborative software development using git.
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $45 and $65/hour for California-based roles. Base pay offered will depend on multiple individualized factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience, skills, job-related knowledge, and market location. TRI offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off benefits (including holiday pay and sick time). Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Please reference this Candidate Privacy Notice to inform you of the categories of personal information that we collect from individuals who inquire about and/or apply to work for Toyota Research Institute, Inc. or its subsidiaries, including Toyota A.I. Ventures GP, L.P., and the purposes for which we use such personal information.
TRI is fueled by a diverse and inclusive community of people with unique backgrounds, education and life experiences. We are dedicated to fostering an innovative and collaborative environment by living the values that are an essential part of our culture. We believe diversity makes us stronger and are proud to provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all, without regard to an applicant’s race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, religion, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Energy Account Manager
Document your energy sector credentials clearly
Gather transcripts, professional certifications, and employment records that demonstrate a direct connection to energy, utilities, or account management. Your designated sponsor will require these to justify your DS-2019 under the Trainee or Intern category.
Build a targeted training plan before interviewing
Host employers must file a Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) with your designated sponsor. Draft a role-specific outline covering energy market analysis, client portfolio management, and regulatory compliance to accelerate that process with prospective hosts.
Search for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. energy companies that have hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors in account management or sales-adjacent roles. Targeting employers with prior J-1 host experience shortens the onboarding timeline with a designated sponsor.
Check whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
If your country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, your J-1 may carry a two-year home residency requirement after program completion. Confirm your status through USCIS before accepting an offer, since it affects future visa transitions like H-1B visa or permanent residency.
Verify your host employer is comfortable with DS-7002 obligations
Some energy companies have never hosted a J-1 exchange visitor and may be unfamiliar with the supervision and evaluation requirements tied to the Training Plan. Raise this in the offer stage so the employer can coordinate directly with your designated sponsor before your start date.
Align your program dates with the energy sector's hiring cycles
Many utilities and energy retailers finalize account management headcount in Q1 and Q3. Time your outreach to designated sponsors and host employers accordingly, since DS-2019 issuance takes two to four weeks after sponsor approval and cannot be backdated.
Energy Account Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Energy Account Manager role?
Current university students pursuing energy, business, or engineering degrees typically qualify under the Intern category. Early-career professionals who have already graduated should apply under the Trainee category, which requires a relevant degree plus at least one year of prior work experience, or five years of industry experience in lieu of a degree. The role must involve structured learning objectives, not just routine sales tasks.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this type of role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not the energy company itself. The energy employer is the host organization and provides the work environment and supervision. The designated sponsor reviews your qualifications, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your compliance throughout the program.
How do I find energy companies in the U.S. that are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employers by role type and filter for companies familiar with J-1 exchange visitor programs. Targeting host organizations with prior J-1 experience is practical because they already understand the DS-7002 Training Plan requirements and have an existing relationship with a designated sponsor, which reduces delays after you receive an offer.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Energy Account Manager J-1 holders?
It can, depending on your home country and funding source. If your country is listed on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List for energy or related fields, or if your program is government-funded, a two-year home residency requirement may apply after your J-1 ends. This requirement must be satisfied or formally waived before you can change to an H-1B or apply for a green card through a future employer.
What does the DS-7002 Training Plan need to include for this role?
The DS-7002 must outline specific learning objectives tied to energy account management, such as analyzing utility tariff structures, managing commercial client portfolios, navigating regulatory reporting requirements, and developing sales strategies for energy procurement. Generic objectives like 'improve communication skills' are insufficient. Your designated sponsor will review the plan before issuing the DS-2019, and your host employer must sign off on each phase.