Purchasing Digital Services Intern (Sep 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 Fall/Spring Rotation, from September 16, 2024, through March 14, 2025, in Mountain View, CA. 

BMW Technology Office USA in Mountain View, California is offering an interesting internship for a talented intern with a business and technology background and interest in the Automotive, Consumer Electronics as well as Technology industry. This position will involve working with tech players as well as startups conducting innovation and technology scouting as well as managing ongoing business relations. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Setup of various contracts with partners (e.g. Non-Disclosure Agreements, Evaluation Agreements, Cooperation Contracts).
• Strategic preparations of negotiations.
• Arranging partner meetings.
• Conducting market research.
• Preparation of management presentations.

Training, development & rotation

During this internship at BMW Technology Office USA, interns will cultivate skills in contract management, negotiation strategy, and partnership coordination. They'll engage in market research, preparing them for strategic negotiations and facilitating partner meetings. With hands-on experience, interns will contribute to innovation scouting and technology management, broadening their insights into the Automotive, Consumer Electronics, and Technology industries.

Salary & benefits

The hourly rate for Undergraduate students is $27.50, while graduate students are paid $35.00 per hour.

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 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 Administration, International Management, Technology (or related)
• 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).
• Coursework and motivation in the following topics: General understanding of procurement & related processes, strategic understanding of business relations in a tech environment, legal knowledge of contracts, and basic principles of negotiations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Self-motivated, and adaptable to a dynamic environment.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferences:

• Languages: English, German (fluent, oral, and written).

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