Innovation Scout Intern: Mobility & Software R&D

BMW Group; Mountain View, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid work environment

Intern Vehicle Lease Program

Job summary

BMW Group in Mountain View, CA is seeking an Intern in Scouting and Academia for Spring 2027 to Summer 2027. The role focuses on analyzing emerging trends in Mobility, Consumer Electronics, and related areas, and reporting on venture activity in the U.S. Hybrid in-office work is required.

You will support innovation project management, build networks with VC, accelerators, and universities, and help track partner activity while developing a broad range of industry insights.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master's degree program.
• 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.
• Prior BMW Group experience.

Responsibilities

• Scout, analyze and gain an understanding of emerging trends, technologies, and materials in mobility and related fields to support BMW Group R&D efforts.
• Track activities and provide routine executive summaries with a focus on Venture Capital and Startup activity in the U.S.
• Identify trends and technologies in startups/corporations/universities in focus areas.
• Support project management of innovation projects and track engagement activity.
• Support team networking by identifying startup ecosystem partners including venture capital, accelerators, university initiatives and startups.

Job description

BMW Group in Mountain View, CA is seeking an Intern in Scouting and Academia for Spring 2027 to Summer 2027. The role focuses on analyzing emerging trends in Mobility, Consumer Electronics, and related areas, and reporting on venture activity in the U.S. Hybrid in-office work is required.

You will support innovation project management, build networks with VC, accelerators, and universities, and help track partner activity while developing a broad range of industry insights.