BMW Group

Battery Manufacturing Equipment Planning International Intern (Fall 2026)

BMW Group  •  Spartanburg, SC (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

A good student experience is never hands-off. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students actively engage in practical experiences throughout their time with us. From the beginning, students are entrusted with specific responsibilities, ensuring they play a significant role in their learning journey. As valued team members, students are also encouraged to share and implement their own ideas, enhancing both their personal growth and the collective success of the team.

Support in planning and realization of manufacturing and production equipment for a next-gen battery production line.

The Qualified Intern Should Expect to Contribute and Improve in the Following Functions:

  • Supports with project evaluations by identifying/capturing gaps, dependencies, resources, risk, and financial impacts.
  • Coordinates, procures, implements, and/or provides technical support for new equipment installation and investment projects (new model, structure, and plant small projects).
  • Supports contractor activities in engineering, installation, commissioning, documentation, and sign-off of new equipment projects.
  • Conducts cost estimates (invest, budget), technical specifications, and requests for quotes.
  • Supports with maintaining project cost targets and budget forecasts.
  • Collaborates with medium/large projects and/or self-initiates projects for continuous improvement relating to structure and/or process.
  • Supports battery plant targets and goals: production, quality, safety, cost, associate, and citizenship.
  • Obtains and shares best practice solutions within the BMW Group network.

Qualifications

  • Organizational and project management skills.
  • Communication and facilitation skills.
  • Strength in analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Technical background (e.g., mechanical or electrical engineering) preferable.
  • MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on the US grading scale.
  • Must be enrolled at a university outside of the United States.
  • Must have completed a prior BMW internship of at least 3 months in length.
  • Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours/week).
  • Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
  • Work terms dates are from September 21, 2026, to March 5, 2027.
  • Must provide the following paperwork in English:
    • Curriculum Vitae/Resume
    • Last University Performance Record
    • Cover letter (not required)
    • Relevant references and certificates (not required)

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

BMW Group

About BMW Group

With its four brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading pre-mium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.

In 2024, the BMW Group sold over 2.45 million passenger vehicles and more than 210,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2024 was € 11.0 billion on revenues amounting to € 142.4 billion. As of 31 December 2024, the BMW Group had a workforce of 159,104 employees.

The economic success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. Sustainability is a key element of the BMW Group’s corporate strategy and covers all products from the supply chain and production to the end of their useful life.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Munich, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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