Intern, Powertrain Validation at BMW of North America in Oxnard, California

Job Description:

This is a full-time internship position for our Fall/Spring Rotation, from September 16, 2024 through March 14, 2025 in Oxnard, CA.

As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Oxnard, California.

We are pleased to offer a 6 Month full-time Internship starting September 16 at BMW of North America, LLC.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Engineering & Emissions Test Center in Oxnard represents an important element within the BMW research & development structure, primarily responsible for the vehicle and systems validation of future vehicle models for the US market.


• The intern will support the local engineering team in the regular testing and evaluation process and will inspect test vehicles, initiate repair and maintenance jobs, analyze and report current issues using problem documentation tools and supports local engineers in planning, organizing and coordinating test events.


• Furthermore, the intern will discuss possible remedies and technical solutions within the engineering team and clarify and explain work orders to workshop manager, technicians and mechanics.

Join the BMW North America team and enjoy a high-performance Total Rewards package that may include:

• Medical Insurance
  • All with options for $0 Employee contribution
  
  


• Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible


• Hybrid work environment


• Intern Vehicle Lease Program

The hourly rate for Undergraduate students is $29.90

The hourly rate for Graduate students is $36.80

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.

At BMW, we are driven by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are welcoming of all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Requirements:

• 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 30 college credit hours at time of application


• Field of Study : Mechanical or Electrical Engineering


• Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcript


• Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week)


• Prior BMW Group experience (applicable to international J1 students only)


• Emphasis in Automotive Engineering


• BMW B1 and E1 driver license


• Excellent time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously


• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information


• Self-motivated, adaptable to a dynamic environment


• Ability to communicate with all levels of hierarchy


• Able to work both independently and as part of a team


• Strong analytical capabilities


• Availability of 6 months at least

Preferences:

• Languages: Bilingual German & English (fluent, oral and written)

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