What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Security 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.
Description:
* Encourage the cooperation and alignment between business functions and IT Teams with project management
elements.
* Identify, specify, and implement process changes in the business collaboration.
* Focus on bringing continuous improvement within a department of roughly 80 IT specialists according to
agile principles (or lean management).
The qualified intern should expect to contribute & improve in the in the following functions:
* Project Management: Support for project planning, steering, and coordination.
* Manage small projects individually (see below) including documentation, evaluating, problem solving, and reporting.
* Help identify, design, and implement internal process improvements (agile/lean).
* Create presentations and communication documents using Corporate Identity standards.
* Support major projects spanning over the whole plant (Inbound Strategy and Vehicle Launch projects).
* Lead smaller projects (depending on applicants' preference and availability).
* Perform tasks related to the agile transformation roadmap.
Qualifications:
* Candidate should be pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business or similar field.
* Demonstrated written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
* Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Analytical mind that is open to innovative ideas.
* Ideally with some IT background.
* German skills are advantageous.
* 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.