Intern Industrial Design 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 - Santa Monica, CA January 11, 2027 - May 14, 2027

WHAT AWAITS YOU.

Contribute as a content creator on client projects and internal initiatives. Gain experience across brands and industries while collaborating with a world-class, multidisciplinary creative team. Conduct contextual research for client projects. Develop design proposals for client projects. Support cross-functional initiatives within the Los Angeles studio. Create internal and external presentations with the visualization team.

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 (40 hours/week). Must submit an unofficial college transcript with your application.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

Field of Study: Industrial Design, Transportation Design, or other related field. Business fluent English. Portfolio required showing process from sketching to final concept. Strong 2D and 3D visual communication skills (sketching, rendering, modeling etc. Proficient in Adobe suite). Strong understanding of form, proportion, materials and ergonomics. Working knowledge of 3D modelling and rendering software (Solidworks, Rhino, Blender, Keyshot, Alias etc.). Good verbal and written presentation skills, research synthesis and visual storytelling, proficient in MS Suite (Power Point). Soft skills: conceptual thinking, team collaboration, receiving feedback, and working across disciplines. Preferences: Experience with AI tools and Workflows (Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, Runway, ComfyUI, chatGPT, etc.). Experience with Figma/collaboration tools.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.

Medical Benefits. Access to the Intern Vehicle Lease Program. Paid time off in addition to company paid holidays where eligible. Hybrid work environment. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. This is a hybrid role that requires 4 days in office days at the Santa Monica, CA office. Undergraduate students: Hourly rate is $25.30. Graduate students: Hourly rate is $32.20. The selected student's 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 makes 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr BMW