Intern, Drivetrain Validation - Spring 2027 - Summer 2027

BMW · Oxnard, United States · Undergraduate students: Hourly rate is $29.90. Graduate students: Hourly rate is $36.80.

  • Paid
  • Full-Time Internship

About the role

Support vehicle and systems validation of future vehicle models for the US market.

Assist 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.

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program at an accredited college or university.
  • 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.
  • Business fluent English.
  • Preferences:
  • Field of Study: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with concentration in Automotive Engineering.
  • Analytical, conscientious, responsible, self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.

  • 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.

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