Executive Assistant Intern (Jun 2024)

About BMW Group

BMW Group is a leading German automotive company, renowned for luxury vehicles under the BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce brands. They emphasize innovation, performance, and sustainability, shaping the future of mobility.

Your role

This is a full-time internship position for their Summer Rotation, from June 3, 2024, through early December 2024 in Woodcliff Lake, NJ.

This intern will provide support to the Executive Assistant to the Executive VP of Finance & CFO as well as the Executive VP of Operations.

Some numerous projects and tasks are included in this exciting role, for candidates interested in administrative tasks, as well as company policy. This unique role provides access and support to all levels of management at BMW NA, and aboard!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in Record retention set-up
• Create PowerPoint presentations
• Support townhall arrangements as necessary
• Responsible for travel arrangements and scheduling meetings
• Process improvements by company policy
• Ad hoc day-to-day support

Training, development & rotation

As an intern at BMW NA, throughout the internship, you will gain valuable experience in administrative tasks and company policy implementation. You will learn to facilitate record retention, create impactful PowerPoint presentations, coordinate town hall arrangements, manage travel logistics, and contribute to process improvements, all while supporting executives at various levels.

Salary & benefits

The hourly rate for undergraduate students is $25.30, while the hourly rate for graduate students is $32.20.

Join the BMW North America team and enjoy a high-performance Total Rewards package that may include:

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

Career progression

As an intern at BMW, you can expect a structured and hands-on learning experience, gaining exposure to various departments and projects. Through performance evaluations and mentorship, outstanding interns may be able to secure full-time positions or participate in BMW's prestigious graduate programs, setting the path for a promising career within the organisation.

Work-life balance

BMW strongly emphasises work-life balance, promoting flexible working arrangements and providing opportunities for employees to maintain a healthy integration of their professional and personal lives. The company recognizes the importance of employee well-being, enabling them to thrive both inside and outside the workplace—the ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week).

Culture & vibe

At BMW, the culture is characterized by a passion for innovation, a commitment to quality, and a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences. The company fosters a collaborative and diverse environment, encouraging employees to embrace creativity, take ownership of their work, and drive the future of mobility forward.

About you

Job requirements & eligibility criteria:

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's 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 30 college credit hours at the time of application.
• Field of study is Business, Marketing, or other related field.
• Must attach a copy of the college's unofficial transcript.
• Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week).
• Prior BMW Group experience (applicable to international J1 students only).
• Detail-oriented while able to handle multiple projects at once.
• Adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferences:

• Basic administrative skills/experience is a plus.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

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