Toyota Connected Holds 2026 Fiscal Year Entrance Ceremony
Toyota Connected welcomed 28 new employees, including 5 hired overseas, in its 2026 fiscal year entrance ceremony. The company aims for business expansion by strategically recruiting advanced talent in AI and Data Science from India.
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Toyota Connected Inc. (Headquarters: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture; President & CEO: Keiji Yamamoto; hereinafter: Toyota Connected) held its entrance ceremony for the 2026 fiscal year, welcoming 28 new employees. This year, the company also conducted recruitment activities overseas, and in addition to 23 new graduates from Japan, five individuals who completed graduate studies in India have newly joined Toyota Connected. This marks the second year of accepting new employees from India.
To strengthen its functions as a Global Headquarters (GHQ), Toyota Connected is strategically promoting the recruitment of advanced overseas talent in the digital and AI fields. As part of this initiative, collaboration with Indian universities led to selection and recruitment activities in India. The participation of individuals with expertise in advanced AI and data science fields will strongly support Toyota Connected's expansion in AI, creation of new technologies, and development of new businesses. Through the convergence of diverse cultures and expertise, Toyota Connected will evolve into an entity that leads the global community.
All new graduates joining this year will be assigned to Toyota Connected's Technical Division. We asked two individuals, who joined Toyota Connected this year after completing their graduate studies in India, about their aspirations.
Koppisetti Lavanya Sri: "The first time I learned about this company was when I heard last year that a senior colleague joined Toyota Connected in Japan. I was very attracted by the prospect of providing value to people worldwide through mobility services that connect people and cars, so I applied. Coming to Japan, I am surprised by the differences from my home country, but I want to grow into an engineer who can contribute to society."
Yenduru Aparna: "At Toyota Connected, I want to gain more experience as a software engineer. My future goal is to become an engineer who can create user-friendly and convenient apps. To achieve this, I will continue to study Japanese as well as technology."
Yoko Matsuo, Director and Head of Human Resources Department, Toyota Connected: "Today, I am deeply encouraged to welcome 28 new colleagues. In particular, the addition of individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those who have cultivated advanced expertise in graduate studies in India, holds great significance for Toyota Connected's evolution. Looking ahead to 2030, as we enhance our corporate resilience and refine our unique 'Toyota Connected identity,' human resources are the source of our competitiveness. Together with individuals who challenge themselves across countries and cultures, we will create new value for the world."
To strengthen its functions as a Global Headquarters (GHQ), Toyota Connected is strategically promoting the recruitment of advanced overseas talent in the digital and AI fields. As part of this initiative, collaboration with Indian universities led to selection and recruitment activities in India. The participation of individuals with expertise in advanced AI and data science fields will strongly support Toyota Connected's expansion in AI, creation of new technologies, and development of new businesses. Through the convergence of diverse cultures and expertise, Toyota Connected will evolve into an entity that leads the global community.
All new graduates joining this year will be assigned to Toyota Connected's Technical Division. We asked two individuals, who joined Toyota Connected this year after completing their graduate studies in India, about their aspirations.
Koppisetti Lavanya Sri: "The first time I learned about this company was when I heard last year that a senior colleague joined Toyota Connected in Japan. I was very attracted by the prospect of providing value to people worldwide through mobility services that connect people and cars, so I applied. Coming to Japan, I am surprised by the differences from my home country, but I want to grow into an engineer who can contribute to society."
Yenduru Aparna: "At Toyota Connected, I want to gain more experience as a software engineer. My future goal is to become an engineer who can create user-friendly and convenient apps. To achieve this, I will continue to study Japanese as well as technology."
Yoko Matsuo, Director and Head of Human Resources Department, Toyota Connected: "Today, I am deeply encouraged to welcome 28 new colleagues. In particular, the addition of individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those who have cultivated advanced expertise in graduate studies in India, holds great significance for Toyota Connected's evolution. Looking ahead to 2030, as we enhance our corporate resilience and refine our unique 'Toyota Connected identity,' human resources are the source of our competitiveness. Together with individuals who challenge themselves across countries and cultures, we will create new value for the world."
FAQ
How many new employees did Toyota Connected hire for fiscal year 2026?
A total of 28 employees, including 5 hired from overseas.
What kind of expertise do the new employees from India possess?
They primarily possess advanced expertise in AI and Data Science.
What company strategy underlies this recruitment?
It is part of the global talent strategy, aiming to expand AI capabilities and create new technologies and businesses.