What are the responsibilities and job description for the Battery Manufacturing Equipment Planning International Intern (Fall 2026) position at BMW Manufacturing Co.?
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.
- 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.