Intern, Battery Cell Technology Scouting - Spring 2027

Intern, Battery Cell Technology Scouting - Spring 2027

9/3/26

Mountain View, California United States

Spring 2027 Full-Time Internship – Mountain View, CA January 11, 2027 – May 14, 2027   WHAT AWAITS YOU.

Serve as an intern on the E-Mobility Team, focusing on battery cell technology scouting. Identify and evaluate emerging battery cell technologies for BMW’s future electric vehicles. Research North American battery material and cell innovations, with an emphasis on technologies that enable fast charging. Improve BMW’s scouting methods for information gathering, trend analysis, and internal communication.

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

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

Field of Study: Materials science, electrochemistry, chemistry, physics, or related fields. Business fluent English. Coursework and motivation in the following topics: electrochemistry, materials science, electrochemical storage systems, batteries, chemistry, physics, data science, electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, and/or techno-economic analysis. Excellent time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. Excellent organizational and planning skills. Attention to detail and clear documentation. Self-motivated, adaptable to a dynamic environment. Able to work both independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including strong Excel and PowerPoint skills. Proficiency with AI models (e.g., Claude, GPT, Gemini) and/or AI tools (e.g., Perplexity, Cursor). An openness to experiment with AI models and tools for use cases relevant to the battery field and/or technology scouting. Hands-on experience with programming languages, such as Python, MATLAB, or JavaScript. Preferences:

Proven experience in electrochemical storage systems, especially lithium-ion batteries. Hands-on experience with battery materials development, processing, manufacturing, and/or recycling. Hands-on experience with cell design, cell manufacturing, and/or cell performance testing. Experience and confidence in collaborating with internal and external colleagues of diverse skills and motivations, including internationally.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.

Medical insurance coverage. Paid time off in addition to company paid holidays where eligible. Hybrid work environment. Access to the Intern Vehicle Lease Program.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. This is a hybrid role that requires office days at the Mountain View, CA office.    Undergraduate students: Hourly rate is $32.50.  Graduate students: Hourly rate is $40.00.   The selected student's current 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