Rev Up Summer Sprint 2026

A The Rez Rev & BMW Plant Spartanburg Partnership

Are you ready to Rev Up and Get Real about your career journey?

What are the benefits of signing up for this program?

There are so many benefits to participating in the Rev Up Summer Sprint Program!

  • Learn how to craft a standout elevator pitch to feel confident in interviews and networking opportunities.

  • Learn how to network in person and grow your professional community

  • Create or expand your LinkedIn profile and leverage LinkedIn

  • Understand how to navigate AI for your career development

  • Network with top South Carolina employers

  • Opportunity to earn $500 and a BMW Plant Spartanburg Tour

  • Receive a letter of recommendation upon completion of the program

Hear what Nicholas Brown, a 2024 Cohort Participant, has to say about the impact of the Rev Up SC Program!

Who is eligible to apply for Rev Up Summer Sprint?

  • Students pursuing an Associate, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree

  • All Majors

  • Preference is given to students who have completed at least one year of credit hours for an Associate degree and at least two years of credit hours for a Bachelor’s degree

  • Preference is given to students with a 3.0 or higher (A GPA below 3.0 DOES NOT make you ineligible for consideration)

  • Attending a South Carolina College or University

Want to know the impact Rev Up SC can have for you?

Check out what 2023’s Cohort Winner has to say!

What is timeline of the Rev Up SC 2025 Program?

What is the time commitment?

  • Time commitment = up to 30 minutes per week

  • Most curriculum/activities are delivered via video and email so that you have the flexibility to complete lessons on your own schedule

Where does the program meet?

We will meet via Zoom as a cohort for special employer-sponsored events and/or group learning a few times throughout the course of the program (dates and times will be provided in advance so that you can plan to attend accordingly)

What does the program curriculum include?

Curriculum includes six Rev Up units:

1. Orientation

2. Reputation

3. Express Yourself

4. Your Value

5. Use Your Network

6. Professional Job Search Toolkit

What’s the cost of the program?

  • The program is NO COST for students across the state of South Carolina, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors: SCACE, BMW Plant Spartanburg, and The Rez Rev!

So, if I am accepted into the program, am I guaranteed an internship at BMW Plant Spartanburg?

We are so happy to have BMW Plant Spartanburg as a sponsor of the Rev Up SC 2025 Program! Participation in the Rev Up SC Program helps get you fast-tracked consideration for internships or career opportunities at BMW Plant Spartanburg, as members of their talent team will serve as mentors and supporters throughout the Program’s duration. However, participation in the Rev Up SC Program does not guarantee you an offer for an internship or other opportunity at BMW Plant Spartanburg.

To be considered for an internship or career opportunity with BMW Plant Spartanburg you must meet the following criteria, and apply on the company’s official website at any time during the Rev Up SC Program:

  • Interest in an internship or career opportunity with BMW Plant Spartanburg

  • Preference is given to students with a 3.0 GPA or higher

  • Interest in the following career opportunities: Engineering, Manufacturing Support, Quality Management, Logistics, Procurement, Information Technology, Human Resources, Communications, Finance, Controlling.

  • Three semesters of coursework related to your degree should be completed by the time your internship or work at BMW Plant Spartanburg begins

  • Students must have at least one more semester remaining before graduation to be eligible for the internship or Co-op

*Note: You do not have to meet all of the above criteria to be considered for the Rev Up SC Program.

How are students selected?

We have a review and selection committee, consisting of SCACE Board Members, program instructors, and BMW Plant Spartanburg Talent Team members that reviews each application and assesses responses based on a standardized rubric. Student responses are selected based on program eligibility requirements, and thoughtfulness of responses.

Questions?!

If you have any questions about the program or the application, please email the Rev Up Team at revupscteam@gmail.com.

Unsure if you should apply?

Check out what Allaina has to say!

The application closes on April 27, 2025 at 11:59pm ET. We cannot wait to review your application!

Check out the flyers below to learn more, or click HERE to apply!

Students

Are you graduating soon, and looking for help navigating the ever-changing career field?

Let Rev Up SC help you rev up and get real about your future career!

Learn critical soft skills training to give you the edge in the job market.

Answer “Tell me about yourself…” with confidence!

AND - have the chance to earn stipends of up to $750, $500, and $250 to help cover cost of living expenses associated with internships!

What are you waiting for?! Click below to email the Rev Up SC Team and learn more!

Employers

Are you looking for talented, trained, and eager emerging workers?

Are you hiring for internships or career opportunities in the Spring or Fall of 2025?

Do you want to support SC college/university students, helping them become equipped and ready for the workforce?

Reach out to the Rev Up SC Team today to see how you can support!