Internship in Procurement - Purchasing (International Intern)

Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. (MBUSI) is seeking an international intern to support its Procurement and Purchasing department in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This is a paid internship supporting supplier management, purchasing projects, and cross-functional initiatives at Mercedes-Benz’s advanced automotive manufacturing facilities.

Essential Functions

• Support commercial discussions with suppliers that collaborate with MBUSI.
• Provide general support for purchasing activities, including future sourcing projects and cross-functional meeting coordination.
• Verify supplier data accuracy for claims processing and provide appropriate feedback.
• Analyze supplier claims and help assess cost plausibility under general supervision.
• Organize and support team meetings and communications.
• Lead the purchasing department’s responsibility for a waste reduction project, working cross-functionally across MBUSI to implement and scale the process.

Other Regular Daily Tasks

• Prepare reports and presentations for management.
• Participate in negotiations with suppliers.
• Support other purchasing tasks.

Qualifications

• Create tracking systems for AGV monitoring and improve the Visual Management System for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs).
• Be currently studying Finance/Controlling, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Have knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote.
• Have knowledge of Power BI.
• Have project management experience.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills are required.
• Knowledge of AM Supply Cost Engineering is preferred.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at a university or in a gap year between a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree.
• Studying 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.
• Available for a minimum of six months.

Internship Details

• Preferred start date: February 2027.
• Paid internship with an hourly rate of $18.
• Coverage of visa costs.
• $700 housing bonus.

Application Documents

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

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, age, ethnic origin, and other characteristics protected under applicable local and federal laws.

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
35490 Vance

Mara Buehrer
E-mail: mara.buehrer@mercedes-benz.com