Intern, Electric Mobility - Power Electronics - Winter/Spring 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 Mountain View, CA. WHAT AWAITS YOU. Evaluation of different US based high voltage Gallium nitride device technologies and R&D activities for high performance power electronics in EV charging and traction inverter applications. Conducting simulation and analytical study of optimizing wireless charging architectures for performance and integration leveraging novel power electronic components such as high voltage GaN switches. Scouting of onboard charging and traction inverter technologies and suppliers in the US. Scouting of emerging wideband gap semiconductor materials and devices.
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: Electrical Engineering or related fields
- Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcriptAbility to work full-time (36.25 hours/week)
- Prior BMW Group experience (applicable to international J1 students only)
- Experience in power electronics
- Strong fundamental knowledge in power electronic topologies, circuit analysis, waveforms and controls applied to high frequency AC-to-DC, DC-to-DC and DC-to-AC inverters used in EV applications
- High voltage wide bandgap semiconductors including GaN bi-directional switches
- Proficiency in LT Spice circuit simulation of high frequency power electronic converters including novel Pulse Width Modulation based control and magnetics
- Ability to develop simulation and analytical models to serve as preliminary verification of novel topologies and control schemes used in EV charging application
- Passionate engineer with clear communication skills (presentation and documentation) and team-player mindset
- Availability of 6 months preferred
Nice To Haves
- Experience in applying AI and ML to power electronics is a plus
Responsibilities
- Evaluation of different US based high voltage Gallium nitride device technologies and R&D activities for high performance power electronics in EV charging and traction inverter applications.
- Conducting simulation and analytical study of optimizing wireless charging architectures for performance and integration leveraging novel power electronic components such as high voltage GaN switches.
- Scouting of onboard charging and traction inverter technologies and suppliers in the US.
- Scouting of emerging wideband gap semiconductor materials and devices.
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
Industry
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
