Internship in Project Management (International Student)

Tasks

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. is seeking an intern to support cross-functional project management activities at its advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in Alabama. This is a paid internship.

• Gather feedback to prepare reports and presentations for management meetings and standardization efforts.
• Represent the product localization team in cross-functional project meetings related to new vehicle launches.
• Assist the project management team with projects to steer the maturity level of parts, including color evaluations.
• Plan and organize supplier and internal workshops related to model year and new vehicle launches.
• Track standard process KPIs related to project management for model year and new vehicle launches.
• Support development of training materials for systems, reporting applications, and onboarding processes.
• Take on additional projects with independent responsibilities and present findings at various management levels.
• Perform data and system maintenance and support the creation of standard reports.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or possess an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Currently enrolled at a university or in a gap year between a bachelor's and master's degree.
• Studies outside the United States.
• At least three semesters of study in a relevant field.
• Available for a minimum of six months.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to create reports and PowerPoint presentations and analyze and summarize data.

Preferred skills: Experience with Power BI, project management, and material and manufacturing knowledge.

Preferred start date: February 2027

Benefits

• Paid internship with an hourly rate of $18.
• Visa cost coverage.
• $700 housing bonus.
• Health benefits, company retirement, annual profit share, possible mobility offers, coaching, flextime, employee events, employee discounts, possible mobile phone, parking, canteen, café, and near-site childcare.

Application requirements

Applicants must attach a cover letter including starting availability, detailed CV or resume, university transcript of records, 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