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Manufacturing Engineering/Assembly Technical Planning/ Interior, Exterior Intern (Fall 2026)

CompanyBMW Group
LocationSpartanburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
This internship provides key support to the Assembly Technical Planning department, focusing on developing engineering and project management skills within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include supporting the planning and coordination of assembly structure and equipment projects, assisting with daily assembly planning tasks, and participating in concept developments and design reviews.
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 perfect car is the product of the perfect process. Production at the BMW Group is highly automated and carried out using the most modern facilities. But it doesn’t run itself. To ensure that driving pleasure is built in from the beginning, means people working with passion and pride. Independently and as part of a motivated team, they perform extraordinary things every day and contribute to the fulfilling of automobile dreams.

Description:

  • This position would provide key support to the Assembly Technical Planning department and give broad experience in automotive manufacturing processes to the candidate.
  • Develop engineering and project management skills in a manufacturing environment
  • Support the planning and coordination of assembly structure and equipment projects and modification activities with implementation and strategic focus within international, cross functional project teams.
  • Assist planners daily with chassis and powertrain assembly planning tasks
  • Gather and report data for weekly presentation of team deliverables
  • Assist assembly planners with special equipment or new vehicle projects
  • Review, create and modify process descriptions for continuous improvement within assembly
  • Shutdown support and reporting
  • Risk filter execution for assembly process and equipment
  • Participate in Assembly concept developments and evaluations
  • Participate in design reviews of new process and equipment related to Chassis and Powertrain
  • Risk filter execution for assembly process and equipment
  • Project Management and supplier management
  • Launch topic tracking and resolution
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management

 

Qualifications:

  • Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial/Systems Engineering preferred)
  • Basic CAD Software knowledge
  • Digital Database experience preferred (Excel Macros, Sharepoint, APEX, etc.)
  • Self-driven to push projects and tasks forward.
  • Organized & Detail Oriented
  • Effective communication skills
  • Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
  • Have enrolled student status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
  • Completed at least 30 credit hours at time of application.
  • Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours / week).
  • Transfer students must have a GPA from current university.
  • MUST ATTACH A COPY OF UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT
  • Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
  • THE WORK TERM DATES ARE Aug 10th – Dec 11th 2026

 

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
EngineeringProject ManagementAssembly StructureEquipment ProjectsChassis AssemblyPowertrain AssemblyData ReportingProcess ImprovementRisk Filter ExecutionConcept DevelopmentDesign ReviewsSupplier ManagementCAD SoftwareDigital DatabaseCommunication Skills
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingLogistics