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Battery Manufacturing Equipment Planning International Intern (Fall 2026)

CompanyBMW Group
LocationSpartanburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the planning and realization of manufacturing and production equipment for a next-generation battery production line, contributing to project evaluations by identifying gaps, risks, and financial impacts. Responsibilities also include coordinating, procuring, and implementing new equipment installations, supporting contractor activities, and conducting cost estimates.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
64919
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
With its four brands, BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries. In 2025, the BMW Group sold 2.46 million passenger vehicles and more than 202,500 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2025 was € 10.2 billion on revenues amounting to € 133,5 billion. As of 31 December 2025, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,540 employees. The economic success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and respon-sible action. Sustainability is a key element of the BMW Group’s corporate strategy and covers all products – from the supply chain through production to the end of their useful life.
About the Role

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

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.

 

Qualifications

  • 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.

Key Skills
Organizational SkillsProject ManagementCommunicationFacilitationAnalytical ThinkingProblem-SolvingMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMS OfficeCost EstimationBudget ForecastingTechnical Specification
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingScience & Research