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BMW

  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Paint Shop Digitalization Co-op (Aug 2025)

Location details

On-site

  • United States

    United States

    • South Carolina

Location

South Carolina

Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typeInternship, Clerkship or Placement
  • Application open dateApply by 3 May 2025
  • Start dateStart date 11 Aug 2025

Support Paint Shop quality systems and engage in practical experiences at a dynamic learning environment.

Your Role:

Key responsibilities include:

  • Support Paint Shop quality systems impacting pre-paint finish, corrosion, application, finish, paint repair, and new model launch areas.
  • Engage in problem-solving activities related to quality and process flow topics.
  • Work with department management teams to improve transparency of the quality landscape and vehicle/information flow management.
  • Investigate next-generation flow concepts, software tools, and assess feasibility and potential benefits.
  • Engage in problem-solving related to KPI impacts and quality.
  • Develop new ways to display operations/quality data for faster problem recognition to solution.
  • Participate in problem-solving activities to improve KPIs and develop new methods and tools.
  • Develop new mobile software solutions to streamline defect documentation and other quality processes.
  • Enhance tools to improve visibility of paint shop quality process adherence.
  • Interface with existing plant quality management IT systems and suggest/test new ideas.
  • Create innovative dashboards to quantify, understand, and visualize paint shop departments from a quality perspective.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Data Science/Analytics, or related fields.
  • Proficiency in data engineering and analysis using tools like Python, SQL, or similar.
  • Preferred experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Quicksight, etc.
  • On-premises/Cloud Database management preferred.
  • Application development/design experience (Oracle APEX/Power Apps/Other low-code-no-code platforms) preferred.
  • Microsoft Office Suite experience.
  • Agile Working Methodology.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
  • Enrolled student 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 work full-time on-site (40 hours/week).
  • Transfer students must have a GPA from the current university.
  • Must attach a copy of the unofficial transcript.
  • Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.

Compensation & Benefits:

Benefits include competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment. Additional benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

Training & Development:

The role offers opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to innovative projects.

Career Progression:

Potential career advancement opportunities include roles in quality management, data analytics, and software development within the automotive industry.

How to Apply:

Submit your application with a copy of your unofficial transcript. Ensure you meet all qualifications and are prepared to complete a substance abuse test before the work term.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

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Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Minimum grade
Minimum grade
3 GPA (4 point)
Study field
Study field (any)

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Working rights
    US Citizen
  • Study fields
    Business & Management
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
  • Minimum grade
    3 GPA (4 point)
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About the employer

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BMW USA

Number of employees

1,000 - 50,000 employees

Industries

R&D and Manufacturing

BMW is a German automotive manufacturer known for producing luxury vehicles and motorcycles, emphasizing performance, innovation, and sustainability in its designs.