Intern, State Government & External Affairs

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 Sacramento, CA.

This is a part-time internship position for our Spring Rotation, from May 18, 2026 through August 21, 2026.

The Intern will contribute to advancing issues important to the BMW Group, as well as learn about the automotive industry on domestic levels. In addition, the Intern will gain exposure to the political process in the United States. The main focus is on State Government and External Affairs activities in the Sacramento, CA office.

WHAT AWAITS YOU. 

• Manage office administrative duties including donation/sponsorship requests 

• Maintenance of the legislative calendar  

• Assist with planning and executing stakeholder events and meetings 

• Accompany the team to relevant meetings  

• Work with lobbying firms to manage key issues and legislation affecting BMW 

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.  

• 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 60 college credit hours at time of application  

• Field of study: Political Science, International Relations or other related fields 

• Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcript 

• Ability to work part-time (20-29 hours/week) 

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

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

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information 

• Excellent organizational and planning skills 

• Self-motivated, adaptable to a dynamic environment 

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

• Strong analytical skills 

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills 

• Willing to perform regular administrative tasks 

     Preferences: 

• General knowledge of legislative and executive branches 

• Experience in a business environment 

• Languages: English (fluent, oral, and written) 

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO. 

· Medical insurance coverage. 

· Paid time off in addition to company paid holidays where eligible. 

· Hybrid work environment. 

· Access to the Intern Vehicle Lease Program. 

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. This is a hybrid role that requires in office days. 

Undergraduate students: Hourly rate is $25.30. 

Graduate students: Hourly rate is $32.20. 

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. 

As part of the hiring process, you may be required to successfully pass a background check. A satisfactory completion of a background investigation including verification of education, prior employment, criminal history, credit check history, and pre-employment drug screen to the extent permissible under applicable state law, is a condition of your offer of employment and your continued employment. The results of your background investigation are satisfactory and acceptable in the sole judgement and discretion of BMW Shared Services, LLC. 

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW of North America makes 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. 

BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW Group in the United States to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons.