This is an internship position for a Spring Rotation, expected to start around January 3, 2022 through mid-May 2022 in Woodcliff Lake, NJ.

You will support the US Automated Driving Team to define US market requirements and perform validation testing for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). This includes partly autonomous driving systems like Active Cruise Control or Parking Assist as well as active safety systems like Lane Keeping Assist or Speed Limit Information. The focus of activities is both to optimize the functional and technical characteristics as well as the human machine interface of these driver assistance systems to the needs and wishes of US customers.

The process of defining requirements and performing testing comprises will include:

• The application of market research tools like competitor benchmarking, customer feedback analysis and customer studies;
• Analysis of fleet data to identify new issues, to refine requirements or improve test planning;
• Formulating US specific requirements;
• Controlling the implementation of these requirements into targeted function and systems by validation tests;
• Define test cases and participate in validation test drives;
• Setting up vehicle hardware and software for test drives;
• Communicating US specific requirements and test results to functional owners at the German headquarters in Munich.

By contributing to this process at any stage and in any technical field, you will experience a highly dynamic and interesting work environment.

Eligible Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health Benefits
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Volunteer Time

The Student Programs at BMW of North America is committed to attracting and developing diverse and top talented Ultimate Driving teams! Our hands-on student programs are designed to provide college students the opportunity to work with industry leaders, gain valuable work and life experiences through inspiring tasks, and share in our commitment to directly impact the future of mobility. From day one, you will be part of the team and encouraged to bring your passion for innovation and creativity.

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor or master’s degree program at an accredited college or university
• Field of Study: Engineering
• Have completed at least 30 college credit hours at time of application (Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcript)
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
• Availability to work full-time for 5 months

Preferences

• Concentration: Electrical/Automotive
• Additonal skills: Strong coding/programming skills
• Attributes: Motivated, conscientious, responsible. Able to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong analytical capabilities.
• Previous work experience within BMW or the automotive industry in the field of embedded electronics or infotainment preferred.
• Languages: English, German (fluent, oral and written)

BMW NA is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.