Poppy Simpson

Sales Support Analyst
Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours)

Why TFA?
I was drawn to TFA because Toyota is a globally respected brand known for its innovation and commitment to excellence. What stood out most to me was the rotational structure of the graduate program. As someone still shaping their career path, the opportunity to gain exposure to different areas of the business really appealed to me. The flexibility to explore, learn, and discover where I can add the most value is what ultimately made me choose TFA.

Work so far
University Tutor, Event Coordinator, social media manager, & Outer School Hours Educator

Favourite Experience
One of my favourite experiences was attending the TFA Conference during my first week in the program. It was an incredible introduction to the company and a great opportunity to meet and network with people from across the company, all around Australia. The event was fun, engaging, and gave me a strong sense of TFA’s culture and the supportive, connected community within the organisation.

Miriam Gauci

Field Operations Graduate
Bachelor of Business Marketing

Tyrone Donaghey

Graduate - Internal Audit
Bachelor of Commerce, Majoring in Finance & Banking

Why TFA?

I chose to start my career at TFA as I felt it was the best opportunity for me to grow and learn in an environment that valued me and my contributions. During the hiring process there was a strong emphasis on growth, support, and continuous learning that was evident through the rotational system and access to AIM training, as well as interactions with staff and senior management.

Work So Far

As part of the internal audit team, I have had the opportunity to participate in Internal Audits, Cultural Uplifts, BSC initiatives as well as an array of BAU activities. This has given me the opportunity to collaborate with all areas of the business, and

Favourite Experience

My favourite experience at TFA so far would definitely be the ONEToyota induction in Melbourne. With graduates from Sydney and Melbourne we had the opportunity to explore the Toyota Centre of Excellence, learning how they design and engineer new vehicles, while also being able to drive some exclusive cars they had on site.

Jayden Sarno

Graduate, Lexus Mobility Solutions
Bachelor of Marketing & Media

Why TMCA

I chose TMCA, as I am a car enthusiast, who values quality and reliability

Work So Far

All things Lexus, Encore - working on the partnerships, dashboards and process mapping.

Favourite Experience

Grad induction week was great, we got to meet the 2025 cohort and experience the Autodrome and the different vehicles. Lexus Hoshin (planning day) and I was fortunate to go on a Roadshow with Lexus.

Josh Picking

Graduate Engineer
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours

Why TMCA

I have always had a passion for all things automotive and being able to get hands on with the problems.

Work So Far

Improve the accessory fitting process through operations, jigs and fixtures.

Favourite Experience

To test the installation of an array of components. I got let alone with a Hilux, toosl, parts and instructions.

Amber Berkowitz

Southern Regional Analyst & Planning Graduate
Bachelor of Commerce

Why TMCA?

Opportunity to work for an iconic Australian brand and learn the Toyota way.

Work So Far

One-year rotation in National Sales Planning team. The team was incredible and supported me in my career development and I developed great working relationships with them.

Favourite Experience

Graduates had an amazing opportunity to test drive many different cars (even unreleased models) at the autodrome experience. It was so fun to come together with the graduates and talk about each other's experiences so far.