What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Electric Mobility - Power Electronics - Winter/Spring 2026 position at BMW Manufacturing Co.?
WHAT AWAITS YOU.
- Evaluation of different US based high voltage Gallium nitride device technologies and R&D activities for high performance power electronics in EV charging and traction inverter applications.
- Conducting simulation and analytical study of optimizing wireless charging architectures for performance and integration leveraging novel power electronic components such as high voltage GaN switches.
- Scouting of onboard charging and traction inverter technologies and suppliers in the US.
- Scouting of emerging wideband gap semiconductor materials and devices.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor or master's degree program at an accredited college or university
- Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
- Have completed at least 60 college credits or be at least a rising Junior
- Field of study: Electrical Engineering or related fields
- Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcriptAbility to work full-time (36.25 hours/week)
- Prior BMW Group experience (applicable to international J1 students only)
- Experience in power electronics
- Strong fundamental knowledge in power electronic topologies, circuit analysis, waveforms and controls applied to high frequency AC-to-DC, DC-to-DC and DC-to-AC inverters used in EV applications
- High voltage wide bandgap semiconductors including GaN bi-directional switches
- Proficiency in LT Spice circuit simulation of high frequency power electronic converters including novel Pulse Width Modulation based control and magnetics
- Ability to develop simulation and analytical models to serve as preliminary verification of novel topologies and control schemes used in EV charging application
- Experience in applying AI and ML to power electronics is a plus
- Passionate engineer with clear communication skills (presentation and documentation) and team-player mindset
- Availability of 6 months preferred
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.
- Medical Insurance
- Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible
- Hybrid work environment
- Intern Vehicle Lease Program
This is a full-time internship position for our Spring/Summer Rotation, from January 12, 2026 through July 10, 2026 in Mountain View, CA.
The hourly rate for Undergraduate students is $32.50
The hourly rate for Graduate students is $40
The selected student's academic level will be used to determine the final pay rate. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements. Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of Shared Services make it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW Group in the United States 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 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."
Salary : $32 - $40