Intern, Power Electronics & GaN Technology - Spring 2027
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026. BMW Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
Spring 2027 Full-Time Internship - Mountain View, CA
January 11, 2027 - May 14, 2027
WHAT AWAITS YOU.
- Evaluate U.S. high-voltage gallium nitride (GaN) technologies and R&D for EV charging and traction inverters.
- Scout U.S. onboard charging and traction inverter technologies and suppliers.
- Research emerging wide-bandgap semiconductor materials and devices.
- Support simulations and analytical studies to optimize wireless charging performance and integration using novel power electronic components.
- Develop reports on the U.S. GaN technology landscape and existing and emerging onboard charger trends.
- Build a simulation model of an optimized wireless charging topology while gaining knowledge of state-of-the-art GaN devices and wireless EV charging.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.
- 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: Electrical engineering or related fields.
- Business fluent English.
- Strong fundamentals in power electronic topologies, circuit analysis, and controls applied to high-frequency AC-to-DC, DC-to-DC, and DC-to-AC converters.
- Knowledge of and experience with high-voltage wide-bandgap semiconductors, including GaN bidirectional switches.
- Proficiency in LTspice circuit simulation of power electronic converters.
- Experience and confidence in collaborating with internal and external colleagues of diverse skills and motivations, including internationally.
- 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 power electronics and/or technology scouting.
- Hands-on experience with programming languages, such as Python, MATLAB, or JavaScript.
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 in office days at the Mountain View, CA office.
Undergraduate students: Hourly rate is $32.50.
Master’s Degree 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 and acceptable in the sole judgement and discretion of BMW Shared Services, LLC.
Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW of North America make it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.
BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW Group in the United States 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.