Internship in Supply Chain Management: Systems, Methods & Digitalization (International Student)

Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated International Intern to join its Supply Chain team in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This paid internship provides hands-on experience in project management, business intelligence, digitalization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Interns will contribute to real business projects, support data-driven solutions, and work with stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements. Strong performers may take ownership of individual projects and drive solutions from idea to implementation.

Essential Functions

• Keep detailed and up-to-date records of project milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
• Support the development of dashboards, analyses, automations, and other digital solutions that improve Supply Chain processes.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze processes, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Update internal documents, including team presentations, project documentation, and Microsoft Teams or SharePoint channels.
• Assist with planning, coordination, and logistics for team events, workshops, and meetings.
• Provide general support for meetings, presentations, project implementations, and other project-related activities.

Qualifications

Applicants must be students in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Fluent in English, orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Effective communication skills with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, agile, waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and handle multiple responsibilities.
• Understanding of gathering, analyzing, and documenting business requirements.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with data, interpret insights, and support decision-making.
• Experience with or interest in learning Microsoft Power BI, Power Automate, and Power Apps is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at a university or in a gap year between Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
• Studies outside the United States.
• At least three semesters of study in a relevant field.
• Availability for a minimum of six months.

Preferred start date: April 2027.

Benefits

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

Application Documents

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

Contact

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