Material Flow / Lineside Planning Intern (Fall 2026)

BMW Group

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Greenville, South Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will support logistics planning initiatives, including series changes, new vehicle launches, and the implementation of autonomous logistics vehicles. Responsibilities also include maintaining layout software, managing parts lists, and planning floor space for material storage.

Qualifications

You are a student pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, with at least 30 credit hours completed and a minimum GPA of 3.0. You should be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and possess strong detail-oriented and organizational skills. Programming knowledge is preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Operations Management

Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Programming

autonomous logistics vehicles

layout software

AGV Upper Level System (ATS)

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:

Material Flow and Lineside Planning Team member responsible for supporting logistics planning initiatives across the plant.  Team member will support series changes and new vehicle launches across both assembly halls, bodyshop and/or with integrating new logistics innovation projects. There are multiple positions with logistics planning that will focus on different areas of the plant.

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

  •      Supporting implementation of autonomous logistics vehicles in the plant.
  •      Running of weekly/monthly reporting documents.
  •      Lineside Transition Organization and Support for series packages.
  •      Logistics parts list checks and maintenance.
  •      Head count planning for logistics processes for new vehicle launches.
  •      Planning of floor space for part storage (high bay racking, block storage, supermarkets).
  •      Planning material flow deliveries for future derivatives.
  •      Maintaining BMW layouts using layout software.
  •      Project Management and Time Management.
  •      Training on AGV Upper Level System (ATS).
  •      Organizational Skills.
  •      Knowledge fo BMW launch process.
  •      Communication & facilitation skills.
  •      Planning of a Project through Completion.
  •      Modifying existing manual processes and structures to work with autonomous vehicles.

Qualifications:

  •  Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
  •  Microsoft Office Proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  •  Detail-oriented
  •   Programming knowledge preferred.
  •  Self-Starter
  • 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 August 10th – December 11th, 2026.

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.

BMW Group

With its four brands, BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries. In 2025, the BMW Group sold 2.46 million passenger vehicles and more than 202,500 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2025 was € 10.2 billion on revenues amounting to € 133,5 billion. As of 31 December 2025, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,540 employees. The economic success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and respon-sible action. Sustainability is a key element of the BMW Group’s corporate strategy and covers all products – from the supply chain through production to the end of their useful life.
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