At Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, the motto is “The Best or Nothing,” and it is applied to every car built, project completed, and every co-op taught. The MBUSI Co-Op Program gives students the opportunity to gain real-world experience in an international environment.
Across three terms, students apply classroom learning to projects and initiatives that drive MBUSI forward while building on their prior skillset. Students become part of a team and work side by side with professionals in a variety of departments.
MBUSI is a dynamic and collaborative environment seeking highly motivated students who will make a measurable contribution to the company. Students will take ownership of significant projects and tasks specific to their department and work with a team mentor to reach personal and professional goals.
As an MBUSI Co-Op, you will also:
- Be challenged to think beyond your comfort zone
- Gain experience working in a global setting
- Network with like-minded professionals and other students
- Graduate with a year of experience
- Become a leader on your team
Job Overview
- Work with respective management to structure a main project for the term.
- Perform daily and weekly tasks as instructed by your supervisor.
- Schedule and attend meetings with your supervisor and mentors to gain feedback and discuss progress.
- Conduct an end-of-term or final presentation with your team.
- Complete required departmental training, including Mercedes Production Systems training.
- Act as a company ambassador by demonstrating integrity and maintaining corporate values.
- Perform safe work practices and participate proactively in training and safety programs.
- Report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and injuries to a supervisor or Human Resources.
- Work safely 100% of the time.
- Perform other duties as required.
Example Projects
- Developing and implementing kitting, sequencing, and pre-assembly cells
- Coordinating design activities for assist devices planned for the electric vehicle line
- Implementing stud visualization systems
Qualifications
- Be at least a sophomore and currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in a related major at an accredited university in the United States.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Ability to complete three alternating terms: Spring, Summer, and Fall.
- Ability to work in Vance, Alabama. A housing stipend is available if qualified mileage criteria are met.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Company retirement
- Annual profit share
- Possible mobility offers
- Coaching
- Flextime
- Possible employee events
- Employee discounts
- Possible mobile phone
- Possible parking
- Canteen and café
- Near-site childcare
Contact
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.
1 Mercedes Drive
Vance, AL 35490
MBUSI Recruiter: recruiting@mercedes-benz.com