Intern, Drivetrain Validation - Summer 2026
About The Position
As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Oxnard, CA. Summer 2026 Full-Time Internship – September 07, 2026 - March 05, 2025. 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
Requirements
- 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
- Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcript
- Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week)
- Languages: English (fluent, oral and written)
Nice To Haves
- Preferred Concentration on Automotive Engineering
- Prior BMW Group experience (applicable to international J1 students only)
- Availability of 6 months preferred
- Preferred candidates have the following attributes: analytical, conscientious, responsible, self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible
- Hybrid work environment
- Intern Vehicle Lease Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
