Paint Shop Quality Intern (Fall 2026) at BMW Group

, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Problem Solving, Process Optimization, Root Cause Investigation, Data Collection, Trend Analysis, Quality Systems, Process Improvements, Data Analysis, Minitab, Microsoft Excel, Quality Reporting, Containment Activities, Database Development, Visual Feedback Tools, Work Instructions

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

A perfect car is the product of the perfect process. Production at the BMW Group is highly automated and carried out using the most modern facilities. But it doesn’t run itself. To ensure that driving pleasure is built in from the beginning, means people working with passion and pride. Independently and as part of a motivated team, they perform extraordinary things every day and contribute to the fulfilling of automobile dreams. 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 ARE Aug 10th -Dec 11th, 2026. 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.

Responsibilities

The intern will support Paint Shop Quality Management by leading projects focused on root cause investigation through data collection and trend analysis, while driving quality systems and process improvements with production teams. Responsibilities also include gathering defect data, analyzing quality metrics, generating reports, and assisting with database improvements and developing visual feedback tools.