Intern, E-Systems & Total Vehicle Validation - Fall 2026/Winter 2027 at BMW North America

SPREAD ENTHUSIASM. SHAPE THE FUTURE.SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Knowing the destination isn't enough: you need to know how to get there. Build up your own networks, exploit new ideas, consistently take the initiative. Inspire other people with your enthusiasm. That's the only way to give ideas the power that allows them to become true innovations.

Fall 2026/Winter 2027 Full-Time Internship – Oxnard, CA
September 21, 2026 – March 19, 2027

WHAT AWAITS YOU.

• Support for the vehicle and systems validation of future vehicle models for the US market.
• Support the local engineering team with the testing and evaluation of a variety of powertrains (ICE, PHEV and BEV) and related systems in preproduction vehicles of all BMW brands (BMW, M, Mini, Rolls Royce), including the planning and organization of test events.
• Inspect test vehicles, analyze and report current issues, and initiate emission tests, repairs and maintenance jobs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program at an accredited college or university through duration of internship.
• US Work Authorization required.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (overall, not just major).
• Completed at least 60 college credit hours at the time of application.
• Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week).
• Must submit an unofficial college transcript with your application.
• Prior BMW Group experience.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

• Field of Study: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Concentration in Automotive Engineering preferred).
• Languages: English and German (fluent, oral and written).
• Analytical, conscientious, responsible, self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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 $29.90.
Graduate students: Hourly rate 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.

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 regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.