This is a Co-Op position which will require three alternating rotations (e.g.Spring, Fall, Summer) 

The student intern, working with exterior systems of the vehicle the student will administer testing to ensure quality and customer requirements are met as it specifically relates to integration, water leaks and wind noise.  The student can expect to support specialists with root cause analysis (RCA) and solution development and to assist in launching new Plant Spartanburg vehicles.

The student can expect to contribute & improve in the following functions:

• Vehicle/technical knowledge 
• Geometric validation, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge and experience in new vehicle development and validation
• Specific problem-solving processes for vehicle defects
• Technical experience with total vehicles and part sub-assemblies
• Cross functional problem solving in a production environment
• Department knowledge of specific job functions and how they integrate into Plant Spartanburg and the BMW Group
• The BMW BI rating and customer expectations
• Standard vehicle validation process
• Communication skills and experience working with teams
• Leadership abilities through defect analysis and topic handshakes
• Specialized skills and experience with analysis equipment and tools 
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and effectively manage tasks

Innovation is imagining what’s NEXT when no one else can. Shaping your future starts here, as we believe our Gen>NEXT students are the future leaders of BMW. Our vision is to secure BMW Manufacturing’s excellence by attracting the best of the best. We believe in creating a hands-on environment where you can directly impact the future of mobility. You will be guided and mentored throughout inspiring tasks and projects. As one of our Gen>NEXT students, you will be part of the team from day one and encouraged to add new ideas and value to the business.

• Degree pursuit in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or Industrial Engineering
• CAD experience
• Hands on practical mechanical skills using tools.
• Communication skills
• Leadership skills and abilities
• Time and task management skills
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
• Have full-time status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States
• Completed at least 30 credit hours at time of application
• Able to complete 3 alternating work terms for Co-op positions
• Able to work full-time (40 hours / week)
• Transfer students must have a GPA from current university
• Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term
• Please ATTACH A COPY OF UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT when applying to this position 
• The Work Term Dates for this internship are AUGUST 16th - DECEMBER 17th 2021

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. 

Employment with BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC (BMW MC) is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, at the option of BMW MC or the employees.