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THE MERCEDES-BENZ SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY PROGRAMME 2027 INTAKE (EAST LONDON)
Job category: HR
Department: People Consultant MO Manufacturing & Services
Organization: Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd
Location: Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd Manufacturing, East London
Start date: Immediately
Job number: MER00049EO
Working time: Full time
Tasks
Build your career with the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme. The programme supports high-performing Grade 12 learners and tertiary students with financial assistance and world class vacation work experience.
The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Offers:
- Tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery and a stipend*
- Vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London* (*Conditions apply.)
- Study at a university of your choice*
Eligibility:
- Grade 12 learners
- Students enrolled in or currently completing full-time studies (first-year students will receive preference)
- South African-born Citizens
- Applicants residing in the Eastern Cape receive preference
- Preference is given to children of MBSA employees.
- Applicants studying or planning to study in one of the following fields:
- Computer Engineering, Information Technology or Software Development
- Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
- Metrology
- Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (BSc)
- Mechatronics
- Metallurgy
- Finance, Accounting or Economics
- Supply Chain or Logistics
- Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
Qualifications
Selection Criteria:
- Grade 12 learners must have an overall average of at least 70%, including at least 65% in Mathematics and/or Physical Science where required for the chosen field of study.
- Current Grade 12 learners must submit their latest third-term results. Applicants already studying at a tertiary institution must submit their final matric certificate.
- Tertiary students must have an average of at least 65% based on their latest semester results.
- The latest available academic results are utilized to assess all shortlisted candidates.
Closing Date: 12 November 2026
In your application, please include:
- A CV/resume in a suitable file size for uploading (in PDF format).
- A certified copy of your Grade 12 third-term results (for current Grade 12 learners) or your most recent full tertiary academic record, along with your matric certificate if you are currently studying at tertiary level.
- A certified copy of your ID document.
- Please ensure that you complete the questionnaire, failure to do so will disqualify your application.
Email: mbsaelTalentPipelines@mercedes-benz.com
- EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED IS FOR QUERY PURPOSES ONLY. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
- Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
IMPORTANT: For an optimal selection process, please attach all relevant documentation.
If you do not hear from us within 6 weeks , please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Mercedes-Benz South Africa is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting, this includes persons with disabilities.
Benefits
Ø Mobile Phone for Employees Possible
Ø Health Benefits
Ø Discounts for Employees Possible
Ø Events for Employees
