Internship in Future Systems Project (International Student)

Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. (MBUSI) is hiring an international student intern to support the Future Systems Landscape 2.0 project at its Alabama manufacturing operations. This is a paid internship.

MBUSI manufactures luxury SUVs, including electric vehicles, in Tuscaloosa County and produces lithium-ion batteries at its Bibb County campus. The company offers compensation and benefits including health and life insurance, 401(k) matching, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid holidays, childcare, a medical center, and a fitness center.

Essential Functions

• Support project management for a large-scale IT systems enhancement project.
• Manage and organize day-to-day project needs, project structure, timelines, and due dates.
• Support process documentation in a database and translate German process steps.
• Analyze transit times and propose improvements.
• Analyze historical data to understand trends and propose data-driven changes.
• Create visual dashboards for global supply chain insights.
• Develop metrics to track global logistics performance.
• Develop a risk management framework for customs compliance.
• Identify and implement cost savings in international transport.

Other Regular Daily Tasks

• Attend daily team meetings.
• Support the Warehouse Administration team.
• Coordinate project meetings.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Fluent in English and German.
• Project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience with BIC Process Design and SAP Signavio.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in university or in a gap year between a bachelor’s and master’s degree.
• Studies outside the United States; applications from students currently studying in the United States are not accepted.
• At least three semesters of study in a relevant field.
• Availability for a minimum of six months.

Internship Details

• Preferred start date: January 2027.
• Paid internship with an hourly rate of $18.
• Visa costs covered.
• $700 housing bonus.

Application Documents

Applicants must attach a cover letter including starting availability, detailed CV or résumé, university transcript, high school diploma, working references, and certificate of enrollment.

Contact

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc.
1 Mercedes-Drive
35490 Vance
Mara Buehrer: mara.buehrer@mercedes-benz.com