Steering, Strategy, Innovations & Digitalization International Intern (Fall 2026)

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.

• The potential intern will be a part of the Technical Planning Americas & South Africa team and work alongside the innovation & digitalization team.
• Main objectives will be to support the implementation of the Virtual Factory as part of the BMW iFactory Digital strategy in plant Spartanburg.
• Other tasks may include, but are not limited to:
  • Creating communication content.
  • Project management.
  • Collaboration and communication with internal customers and external suppliers such as NVIDIA, NavVis & IMK.

• General support in building up the Virtual Factory in NVIDIA Omniverse, piloting 3D-Human-Simulation with EMA Work Designer.
• Implementation and further development of the manual Re-Scan process with cutting edge 3D-Scan hardware.
• Concept and piloting of an autonomous re-scan process.
• Communication with BMW internal customers and help organize communication events (webinars etc.).
• Project management and supplier communication.

• Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Information Technology (IT) or similar.
• Innovative and open minded.
• Willingness to learn.
• Team player mindset.
• Self-driven to push projects and tasks forward.
• Good communication skills.
• Good German language skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Organized and able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Good MS Office knowledge required.
• Preferred but not mandatory IT skills: CAD (Microstation, Revit), Agile Tools (JIRA & Confluence), NVIDIA Omniverse.
• 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 term dates: 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.