Paint Shop Quality Intern Spring 2027

BMW Group; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,755,200; Part time

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Spartanburg, SC offers a Paint Shop Quality Intern Spring 2027. You will support problem solving, data collection, and quality analysis across production areas, with hands-on project work and exposure to cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a four-year program with a GPA ≥3.0, have completed 30+ credits, and can work full-time on-site January 11 to May 14, 2027, including a transcript submission and successful drug test.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student in a four-year college or university in the United States.
• Must have completed at least 30 credit hours by application.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (cumulative).
• Available for full-time on-site work (40 hours/week).
• Must attach unofficial transcript and pass a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Support Paint Shop Quality Management through problem solving and process optimization.
• Lead projects using root cause investigation with data collection and trend analysis.
• Support quality engineers with tasks on open projects.
• Gather defect data and analyze to draw conclusions and recommendations.
• Create trend and control charts using Excel and Minitab.
• Contribute to quality reporting and cross-functional meetings.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Enrolled student in accredited four-year college or university

Completed at least 30 credit hours

GPA 3.0+

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Minitab

Job description

Paint Shop Quality Intern Spring 2027

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:

Supports Paint Shop Quality Management through problem solving and process optimization on current topics.

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

• Leads projects using root cause investigation through data collection and trend analysis.
• Drives Paint Shop quality systems and process improvements with Production area teams.
• Supports Problem solving and area quality engineers with tasks on open projects.
• Gather defect data and use logical analysis approach to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
• Performs data collection for quality assessment in designated Production areas.
• Analyzes quality data and creates trend and control charts (Microsoft Excel / Minitab).
• Generates Quality reports and participates in Technology meeting rounds.
• Implements and monitors containment and problem solving activities with our team of Quality Engineers.
• Assists Paint IT Specialists with database development and improvements, gathering computer station information and various data tracking.
• Participates in cross-functional teams to help with problem solving with colleagues in Body Shop, Assembly, Engineering, Launch and / or Laboratory groups.
• Develop visual feedback tools to deliver quality status and direction to Production areas (visual aids, additional work instructions, etc.).

Qualifications:

• 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 UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT
• Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
• THE WORK TERM DATES AREJanuary 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.

Paint Shop Quality Intern Spring 2027

Legal Entity:

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC

Location:

Spartanburg, SC