2026 BMW Automotive Manufacturing Certification Program Scholar

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Description:

The BMW Automotive Manufacturing Certification Program allows participants to attend class at Spartanburg Community College while working part-time hours at BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC. The program is 1 year in length. Participation allows students to further their education while gaining valuable experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment and become potential candidates for full-time positions at BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC. Students will spend their time working and training in a Production Associate role. The program can support the ability of students to work in rotations between the manufacturing departments of the Body, Paint, and Assembly Shops. Upon successful completion of the program, the participants will obtain an offer as a full-time Production Associate within the plant.

Starting wage is $21.80 per hour. Medical and prescription coverage is available.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to attend classes is required.
• Minimum 2.0 GPA required for High School Diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of the BMW pre-employment assessment is required.
• Successful completion of the pre-placement physical and substance abuse tests is required.
• Commitment to working up to 30 hours per week at BMW during the program.
• Participation in internal BMW MC training is required.

Additional Requirements:

Attach a copy of your HS transcript or GED or your college transcript (ifapplicable) and your resume to your application.

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment is required.

• Time management and organizational skills are a necessity.

• MS Office experience required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).