Production Process and Quality Co-op (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.

Description:

The purpose of the position is an introduction to a hybrid quality and process engineering position in automotive manufacturing.  This position will be a combination of small individual projects as well as shadowing current Quality Engineers and Process Engineers.

The qualified co-op should expect to contribute & improve in the following functions:

• Daily creation of 24-hour morning reports and continuous improvement of reporting.
• Daily attendance in dimensional and quality follow-up meetings.
• Shadowing current Quality Engineers and Process Engineers.
• Concept, design and construction of ergonomic and process improvement tools.
• Time studies for production process changes and feasibility reporting.

Qualifications: 

• BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software.
• Knowledge of quality tools preferred (PFMEA (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis), data analysis and statistical calculations)
• 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 August 10th – December 11th, 2026.
• Must be an enrolled student during all three rotations.  

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.