Overseas Packaging Plant Intern for Operations, Quality, Packaging & Process Engineering (Fall 2026)

BMW Group•Spartanburg, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A good student experience is never hands-off. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students actively engage in practical experiences throughout their time with us. From the beginning, students are entrusted with specific responsibilities, ensuring they play a significant role in their learning journey. As valued team members, students are also encouraged to share and implement their own ideas, enhancing both their personal growth and the collective success of the team. Job Description Operations Steering (TV-541): Understand how the business operates, including F2 targets and KPIs. Willingness to take on projects that affect daily business operations. Involved in daily reporting of Inbound and Outbound (Air Freight, Sea Freight) topics. Work with outside BMW departments and LSP (Logistics Service Provider) to ensure daily goals are achieved. Track LSP performance to ensure they meet assigned targets. Monitor daily warehouse inventory levels to ensure even flow of materials. Quality and Packaging (TV-542): Knowledge or understanding of quality control processes and packaging designs/standards. Responsibilities focused on ensuring product quality and effective packaging solutions. Focus on preventative measures and ensuring established quality standards are followed at each stage. Ensure packaging materials and designs meet performance requirements. Process Engineering (TV-543): Improve logistics processes through digitalization tools (Power BI, DataRobot, Celonis, etc.) and VPS methods (value stream mapping, waste reduction, kaizen). Find and implement solutions for more effective processes in all warehouse functions (Goods Receiving, Packing, Goods Issue, Quality, Yard), both physically and digitally. Manage timelines and deliverables of individual and team projects to add value to both direct and indirect processes. Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major).
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 their current university.
MUST ATTACH A COPY OF UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.
Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
Work term dates are Spring: August 10th – December 11th, 2026.

Nice To Haves

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Supply Chain Management preferred (Operations Steering).
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering (Packaging, Mechanical, Industrial), or prior experience in Quality Assurance, industry, or manufacturing (Quality and Packaging).
Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or IT (Process Engineering).

Responsibilities

Understand how the business operates, including F2 targets and KPIs.
Willingness to take on projects that affect daily business operations.
Involved in daily reporting of Inbound and Outbound (Air Freight, Sea Freight) topics.
Work with outside BMW departments and LSP (Logistics Service Provider) to ensure daily goals are achieved.
Track LSP performance to ensure they meet assigned targets.
Monitor daily warehouse inventory levels to ensure even flow of materials.
Responsibilities focused on ensuring product quality and effective packaging solutions.
Focus on preventative measures and ensuring established quality standards are followed at each stage.
Ensure packaging materials and designs meet performance requirements.
Improve logistics processes through digitalization tools (Power BI, DataRobot, Celonis, etc.) and VPS methods (value stream mapping, waste reduction, kaizen).
Find and implement solutions for more effective processes in all warehouse functions (Goods Receiving, Packing, Goods Issue, Quality, Yard), both physically and digitally.
Manage timelines and deliverables of individual and team projects to add value to both direct and indirect processes.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.