ConDC Packaging Planning Intern (Aug 2024)

About BMW Group

The BMW Group is a renowned German multinational corporation that stands at the forefront of luxury automobile manufacturing. With a rich history dating back to 1916, they consistently delivered cutting-edge engineering, innovative design, and a commitment to sustainability, epitomizing the ultimate driving experience. Beyond its iconic BMW brand, the group encompasses MINI and Rolls-Royce, setting the standard for premium mobility solutions worldwide.

Your role

Position description​:

Innovation is imagining what’s NEXT when no one else can. Shaping your future starts here, as they believe their Gen>NEXT students are the future leaders of BMW. Their vision is to secure BMW Manufacturing’s excellence by attracting the best of the best. They believe in creating a hands-on environment where you can directly impact the future of mobility. You will be guided and mentored throughout inspiring tasks and projects. As one of their Gen>NEXT students, you will be part of the team from day one and encouraged to add new ideas and value to the business.

• The ConDC Hub Packaging Planning Intern will gain insight into the packaging planning process for the BMW Aftersales logistics business while assisting to develop and evaluate packaging concepts that are sustainable, cost-reducing, and that ultimately protect BMW part quality.
• The ConDC Hub Packaging Planning Intern assists the ConDC Packaging Planning Team in enforcing BMW Aftersales packaging and labeling requirements by reviewing supplier Packaging Data Sheets and creating CPP Agreements. Packaging Data Sheet review will occasionally entail onsite visits to Aftersales suppliers and packaging vendors.

The Intern should expect to support and improve the following:

• Assist in reviewing BMW Aftersales Packaging Data Sheets to ensure they meet defined Aftersales B2B requirements.
• Visit BMW Aftersales suppliers to review packaging concepts.
• Support ConDC Hub New Parts and PrePack teams by reviewing and resolving supplier packaging deviations.
• Develop new packaging concepts by contributing ideas in design sessions and conducting part fit and quality checks/tests.
• Evaluate documentation of existing and new packaging processes for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Evaluation of:
  • Priority-4 part legacy packaging agreement review for optimization resulting in cost and volume savings.
  • ConDC Hub in-house packaging review and optimization for Packaging Tender.
  • Container Management System (CMS) cage tracking optimization.
  • CoCo/sustainability analysis of existing in-house and supplier packaging.

Training & development

At BMW, the student training process is more than just an internship; it's an immersive journey into shaping the future of mobility. From day one, you're a valued team member contributing fresh ideas and gaining hands-on experience while receiving continuous guidance, broad supervision, regular feedback, & the opportunity to fully integrate into the team. This internship position ensures a comprehensive understanding of the automotive field and makes it a truly distinctive learning experience.

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance.
• All with options for $0 Employee contribution.
• Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible.
• Hybrid work environment.

Career progression

Through the targeted promotion of your talents and strengths, BMW prepares you optimally for your future. With regular discussions and feedback, as well as an always-open ear, they help you with your further development. In their future talent programs, in particular, they also offer numerous opportunities to develop yourself through training and seminars. Here, they strive to meet your aspirations and goals, helping you realize your full potential, while the skills and experience gained open doors to exciting new job opportunities.

Work-life balance

At BMW, they offer you flexible working hours right from the start. If you want to spend time with family and friends, or simply use the time for yourself, there are plenty of opportunities for you to recharge your batteries. During your voluntary internship, you will receive generous vacation entitlement and as a compulsory intern, you can quickly build up or reduce overtime, start your evening earlier, or take a few days off.

Culture & vibe

They believe in supporting a progressive culture that allows all their associates to feel at home, enjoy equal opportunities, and grow with them. That’s why their culture is founded on 5 core values - Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness, which set the tone for how they work together and treat each other to empower them all and foster a unique team spirit.

About you

Qualifications:

• Pursuing BS (3rd or 4th year) in Packaging Science.
• Proficient in Office applications.
• Basic understanding of packaging design and sustainability factors.
• CAD, 3D modeling, and Adobe Design Suite experience a plus.
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major).
• Have full-time status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
• Completed at least 30 credit hours at the time of application.
• Ability to complete 3 alternating work terms for Co-op positions.
• Ability to work full-time (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.
• The work term dates are August 12th - December 13th, 2024.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• bmwgroup.jobs/us/en/jobs.html
• bmwgroup.jobs/de/en/students/internship.html
• bmwgroup.jobs/de/en/about-us/benefits/benefits-students.html
• bmwgroup.jobs/us/en/culture.html
• youtube.com/@BMWGroupCareers