Intern, Validation Drivetrain - Fall 2025

WHAT AWAITS YOU.


* The Engineering & Emissions Test Center in Oxnard represents an important element within the BMW research & development structure, primarily responsible for the vehicle and systems validation of future vehicle models for the US market


* The intern will 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


* The intern will inspect test vehicles, analyze and report current issues, and initiate emission tests, repairs and maintenance jobs

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 credits or be at least a rising Junior


* Field of study: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering


* Preferred Concentration on Automotive Engineering


* Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcript


* Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week)


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


* Languages: English (fluent, oral and written)


* Availability of 6 months preferred


* Prerred candidates have the following attributes: analytical, conscientious, responsible, self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.


* Medical Insurance


* Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible


* Hybrid work environment


* Intern Vehicle Lease Program

This is a full-time internship position for our Fall Rotation, from September 8th, 2025 through March 20, 2025 in Oxnard, CA.

The hourly rate for Undergraduate students is $29.90

The hourly rate for Graduate students 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.

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of Shared Services make 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.