199972 Intern, Power Electronics & GaN Technology - Spring 2027 Published: 06.11.2026 Software Development Mountain View, CA New Software Development Mountain View, CA Mountain View, CA

BMW Sverige AB; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance coverage

Paid time off

Hybrid work environment

Intern Vehicle Lease Program

Job summary

BMW Group in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Spring 2027 Intern for Power Electronics & GaN Technology. You will evaluate GaN tech for EV charging and traction inverters, scout onboard charging solutions, and support simulations and analyses in a dynamic, collaborative team.

This hybrid internship runs Jan 11, 2027 – May 14, 2027, offering hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art GaN devices, research reports, and opportunities to model wireless charging topologies.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• US work authorization required.
• Minimum GPA 3.0 (overall).
• Completed at least 60 college credits at application time.
• Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week).
• Submit unofficial college transcript with application.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate U.S. high-voltage GaN technologies and R&D for EV charging and traction inverters.
• Scout U.S. onboard charging and traction inverter technologies and suppliers.
• Research emerging wide-bandgap semiconductor materials and devices.
• Support simulations and analytical studies to optimize wireless charging performance and integration.
• Develop reports on the U.S. GaN technology landscape and charger trends.
• Build a simulation model of an optimized wireless charging topology with GaN devices.

Skills

Power electronics

Circuit analysis

Controls theory

Team collaboration

Time management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

LTspice

Job description

Software Development Mountain View, CA 06.11.2026

Intern, Power Electronics & GaN Technology - Spring 2027

SPREAD ENTHUSIASM. SHAPE THE FUTURE.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Knowing the destination isn't enough: you need to know how to get there. Build up your own networks, exploit new ideas, consistently take the initiative. Inspire other people with your enthusiasm. That's the only way to give ideas the power that allows them to become true innovations.

Spring 2027 Full-Time Internship – Mountain View, CA
January 11, 2027 – May 14, 2027

WHAT AWAITS YOU.

• Evaluate U.S. high-voltage gallium nitride (GaN) technologies and R&D for EV charging and traction inverters.
• Scout U.S. onboard charging and traction inverter technologies and suppliers.
• Research emerging wide-bandgap semiconductor materials and devices.
• Support simulations and analytical studies to optimize wireless charging performance and integration using novel power electronic components.
• Develop reports on the U.S. GaN technology landscape and existing and emerging onboard charger trends.
• Build a simulation model of an optimized wireless charging topology while gaining knowledge of state-of-the-art GaN devices and wireless EV charging.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program at an accredited college or university.
• US Work Authorization required.
  Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (overall, not just major).
• Completed at least 60 college credit hours at the time of application.
• Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week).
• Must submit an unofficial college transcript with your application.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

• Field of Study: Electrical engineering or related fields.
• Business fluent English.
• Strong fundamentals in power electronic topologies, circuit analysis, and controls applied to high-frequency AC-to-DC, DC-to-DC, and DC-to-AC converters.
• Knowledge of and experience with high-voltage wide-bandgap semiconductors, including GaN bidirectional switches.
• Proficiency in LTspice circuit simulation of power electronic converters.
• Experience and confidence in collaborating with internal and external colleagues of diverse skills and motivations, including internationally.
• Excellent time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Attention to detail and clear documentation.
• Self-motivated, adaptable to a dynamic environment.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Proficiency with AI models (e.g., Claude, GPT, Gemini) and/or AI tools (e.g., Perplexity, Cursor). An openness to experiment with AI models and tools for use cases relevant to power electronics and/or technology scouting.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.

• Medical insurance coverage.
• Paid time off in addition to company paid holidays where eligible.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Access to the Intern Vehicle Lease Program.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. This is a hybrid role that requires in office days at the Mountain View, CA office.

Undergraduate students: Hourly rate is $32.50.
Master’s Degree students: Hourly rate is $40.00.

The selected student's current academic level will be used to determine the final pay rate. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.

As part of the hiring process, you may be required to successfully pass a background check. A satisfactory completion of a background investigation including verification of education, prior employment, criminal history, credit check history, and pre-employment drug screen to the extent permissible under applicable state law, is a condition of your offer of employment and your continued employment. The results of your background investigation are satisfactory and acceptable in the sole judgement and discretion of BMW Shared Services, LLC.

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW of North America make it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.

BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW Group in the United States to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.