Innovation and Research Intern (FALL 2025)

BMW • Spartanburg, SC

246d

About The Position

This is a position with the Innovation Lab that focuses on bringing innovations to different areas of BMW Group. The lab examines topics in the areas of artificial intelligence (such as machine/deep learning / genetic algorithms / generative AI / large language models), data science, Metaverse (AR/VR/Game Engines), cybersecurity, green IT and quantum computing. The qualified intern should expect to contribute & improve in the in the following functions: Work in an area of innovation focusing on one to two projects for the duration of the internship. Projects will have a mentor in the Innovation Lab.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related discipline.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyze problems and implement solutions that can be proven to work.
• Continually refine and improve solutions.
• Share in team meetings current progress and challenges.
• Design and test algorithms using Python/R for local systems, GPU-based systems, and cloud solutions (AWS/Azure).
• Update and track tasks with tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Be open to learning new tools and technologies used by the Innovation Lab for data analytics (e.g. Tableau, Splunk, AWS).
• Participate in projects that include deep learning classification/segmentation, data analytics using Python, Augmented and Virtual Reality application development, game design in Unity and Unreal Engine, experimenting with new IoT devices and design of algorithms suitable for next generation computers (e.g. quantum, neuromorphic, optical).

Benefits

• Gain practical experience in a dynamic learning environment.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the Innovation Lab.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree