Finished Vehicle Logistics Intern (Spring… at BMW Group · Spartanbu…

Summary: BMW Group is seeking a Finished Vehicle Logistics Intern for Spring 2027. This position provides hands-on exposure to the Finished Vehicle Logistics process, supporting vehicle movement from production to delivery while also leading digitization initiatives to improve operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:
- Support and develop a strong understanding of all inbound and outbound Finished Vehicle Logistics processes
- Collaborate with the Finished Vehicle Logistics team to ensure alignment with quality standards, audit requirements, and operational best practices
- Assist in daily logistics activities including delivery coordination, staging, haul-away execution, and load planning
- Support damage handling processes and ensure effective communication with internal teams and external partners
- Build and maintain working relationships with external vendors and logistics providers
- Create, enhance, and maintain daily reporting tools to improve operational visibility and performance tracking
- Analyze current processes and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and standardization
- Develop and implement automated solutions, including dashboards and reporting tools, to streamline operations
- Support the creation and improvement of process visualization tools for yard operations and logistics workflows
- Contribute to digitization initiatives, including app development, web-based tools, and other emerging technologies
- Participate in cross-functional collaboration and serve as a flexible resource to support team needs as required
- Apply VPS (Value Added Production System) principles, including Standard Work and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Support the development and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with department objectives
- Adhere to 5S, safety standards, and operational guidelines
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Required Qualifications:
- AA/AS degree OR the equivalent of 1 years of business experience
- 1+ years communication skills both verbal and written
- 1+ years problem solving, organizational and prioritizing skills
- 1+ years computer skills to include Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint, Power Automate, Apex Dashboards, Power BI
- 1+ years of related business experience
- 6 months+ project/team leadership experience
- 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 January 11th – May 14th, 2027

Preferred Qualifications:
- BA/BS degree (preferred)
- Software Programming/Coding (Python, C++, etc.)

Required Skills: Finished Vehicle Logistics, Load Planning, Audit Requirements, Damage Handling, Vendor Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Power Automate, Apex Dashboards, Power BI, Python, C++, Value Added Production System (VPS), Standard Work, Structured Problem Solving, 5S, Safety Standards

Internship Start Date: Start in 2027 Spring