Launch Planning and Steering Coop Spring 2027

BMW; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Company is hosting a student intern/co-op program in Spartanburg, SC. The role focuses on planning prototype car activities, ensuring on-time adherence to plant targets, and contributing to multiple launch-related tasks.

You will manage schedules, support cross-functional workshops, and develop data tools under guidance from Lean/Project Management mentors. Qualifications include enrolled student status in the US, strong Excel skills, and ability to work on-site full-time

Qualifications

• Majors: Industrial Engineering, Data/Business Analytics, Logistics/Operations Management, Business, International Business, MIS, Computer Science.
• MS Excel/Office Suite proficiency.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Preferred programming experience (VBA, Matlab, R, Python, SQL).
• German language is a plus.
• Must be enrolled as a student in the United States and have at least 30 credit hours completed.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Must be on-site, full-time (40 hours/week) during term and enrolled for all rotations.
• Must attach unofficial transcript and pass substance abuse test.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Throughput Schedule for H50 and H52.
• Manage the Current Schedule.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings/workshops.
• Create Assembly Drop requests for H50 and H52.
• Manage Transport Ordering for NSG car airfreight.
• Create Synchro Files and Option Matrices.
• Run weekly verification for NSG build data.
• Create Status 5000 requests promptly.
• Lead Throughput and TAS meetings.
• Capture and communicate lessons learned from processes during launch.
• Maintain overview of technical vehicle content for partners.
• Evaluate meetings for best practices.
• Optimize DAVE/Throughput/Current Schedule planning.
• Facilitate Launch Workshops for SOPs.
• Optimize ATG/RWK timing for resources.
• Support Launch Milestones PM activities.
• Streamline reporting for Launch Parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Excel/Office

Planning & org.

Independent work

Initiative

German language (a plus)

Education

Enrolled student status (US four-year college)

30 credit hours completed

GPA 3.0+

Tools

VBA

Matlab

R

Python

SQL

Job description

A good student experience is never hands-off. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students actively engage in practical experiences throughout their time with us. From the beginning, students are entrusted with specific responsibilities, ensuring they play a significant role in their learning journey. As valued team members, students are also encouraged to share and implement their own ideas, enhancing both their personal growth and the collective success of the team.

Description:

Student intern, under guidance from Launch Steering, Project Management, Parts Integration mentors, will manage the day-to-day planning of activities of protoype cars to ensure accurate on-time adherence to Plant Spartanburg targets. At the end of each rotation the student intern should be able to:

• Manage the Throughput Schedule for both H50 and H52.
• Manage the Current Schedule.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings/workshops.

The qualified intern / Co-op should expect to contribute & improve in the following functions:

• Create Assembly Drop requests for both H50 and H52.
• Manage the Transport Ordering process for Airfreight delivery of NSG cars.
• Manage and create Synchro Files and Option Matrices.
• Run Verification program weekly to ensure data accuracy of NSG builds.
• Create Status 5000 requests in a timely manner.
• Manage and facilitate Throughput and internal TAS meetings. Other meetings as assigned.
• Capture, evaluate, and communicate lessons learned from processes across all technologies during launch.
• Maintain an overview of technical vehicle content for communication to process partners.
• Evaluate meetings across the plant to ensure conformity to best practices.
• Optimize DAVE/Throughput/Current Schedule planning.
• Facilitate Launch Workshops for upcoming SOP's.
• Optimize ATG/RWK timing of activities to optimize resource allocation.
• Support project management activities around Launch Milestones
• Support in streamlining reporting process for Launch Parts
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Majors: Industrial Engineering, Data/Business Analytics, Logistics/Operations Management, Business, International Business, MIS (Management Information Systems), Computer Science
• MS Excel/Office Suite, quick learner for new computer skills
• Planning and Organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and show initiative
• Preferred previous Programming Experience (VBA, Matlab, R, Python, SQL etc.)
• German Language is a plus
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (Not just in major).
• Have enrolled student status at an accredited four year college or university in the United States.
• Completed at least 30 credit hours at time of application.
• Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours / week).
• Transfer students must have a GPA from current university.
• MUST ATTACH A COPY OF UNNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.
• Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
• THE WORK TERM DATES ARE January 11th - May 14th, 2027.
• Must be an enrolled student during all three rotations.

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC 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.