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Yazaki North America · 20 hours ago

Intern, Strategic Business Partnerships & Analytics

Yazaki North America is a global leader in vehicle power and data solutions, seeking a motivated Strategic Business Partnership & Business Analytics Intern to join their Strategic Partnership Group in Palo Alto, CA. The intern will support technology scouting, strategic analysis, and financial assessment initiatives, gaining hands-on exposure to startup evaluation and business model optimization.

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Responsibilities

Manage and optimize the startup database or tech scouting dashboard or/and
Support the tech scouting team in conducting startup due diligence or/and
Update the financial status of the prefab business. Collaborate with the prefab CEO to provide guidance on financial risks and opportunities
Manage and optimize the startup database and/or tech scouting dashboards, ensuring accurate tracking of startup classifications, review status, and pipeline progress
Support the Tech Scouting team with startup due diligence activities, including organizing materials, tracking progress, and helping improve due diligence workflows within Yazaki platforms
Assist with updating the financial business plan for the PreFab home wiring business, working closely with the PreFab CEO and project team to assess financial assumptions, risks, and opportunities
Track and maintain information on 10+ startups reviewed by the Tech Scouting team
Propose improvements to dashboard structures, pipeline tracking methods, and reporting tools based on focus areas and collaboration models
Contribute to financial analysis by helping assess key performance indicators such as EBIT, ROI, operating expense burn rate, and funding requirements

Qualification

Market AnalysisFinancial AnalysisTechnology UnderstandingStartup EvaluationAnalytical Skills

Required

Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited institution during the internship period
Degree/experience related to the position such as Business Economics or Corporate management
A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks between May 11, 2026, and August 14, 2026
Market & Competitive Analysis Skills
Technology Understanding
Financial Analysis & Valuation Skills
Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities

Benefits

A glimpse into your full potential
Hands-on, practical experience
Direct exposure to and mentorship from industry experts
Opportunities to expand and strengthen your professional network
A supportive and safe environment to learn and grow
Competitive pay

Company

Yazaki North America

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Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions for automotive applications.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Anna S.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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Tiereny Tunstall, MA-HRMG
Human Resources Business Partner
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