BMW Group Spring 2026 Intern in State Government & External Affairs

This is a part-time internship position for Spring Rotation, from January 12, 2026 through May 15, 2026 in Sacramento, CA. The Intern will contribute to advancing issues important to the BMW Group, as well as learn about the automotive industry on domestic levels. In addition, the Intern will gain exposure to the political process in the United States. The main focus is on State Government and External Affairs activities in the Sacramento, CA office.

WHAT AWAITS YOU:

• Manage office administrative duties including donation/sponsorship requests
• Maintenance of the legislative calendar
• Assist with planning and executing stakeholder events and meetings
• Accompany the team to relevant meetings
• Work with lobbying firms to manage key issues and legislation affecting BMW

• Table of Content
• About Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft (BMW Group)
• Internship
• Aim and Benefits of Internship
• Requirements for Internship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Internship

Aim and Benefits of Internship

• Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible
• Hybrid work environment
• Intern Vehicle Lease Program

The hourly rate for Undergraduate students is $25.30

The hourly rate for Graduate students is $32.20

Requirements for Internship Qualification

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor or master’s degree program at an accredited college or university 
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
• Have completed at least 60 college credit hours at time of application 
• Field of study: Political Science, International Relations or other related fields
• Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcript
• Ability to work part-time (20-29 hours/week)
• Prior BMW Group experience (applicable to international J1 students only)
• Excellent time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable to a dynamic environment
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to perform regular administrative tasks

Preferences:

• General knowledge of legislative and executive branches
• Experience in a business environment
• Languages: English (fluent, oral, and written)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more information, kindly visit BMW Internship webpage.