Internship in Supply Chain Operations (International Student)

Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. (MBUSI) is seeking an intern to support Supply Chain Operations at its advanced manufacturing facilities in Alabama. The Tuscaloosa County site produces luxury SUV models, including electric vehicles, while the Bibb County campus produces high-performance lithium-ion batteries.

MBUSI promotes positive team culture, teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The company offers a total rewards package including competitive compensation, health and life insurance, 401(k) matching, retirement contributions, annual bonuses, tuition assistance, paid holidays, childcare, a medical center, and a fitness center.

Essential Functions

• Complete one process improvement project in Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, or morale.
• Enhance the shop-floor management digital system to monitor and populate KPIs.
• Learn three Supply Chain Operations processes in inbound and outbound logistics.
• Evaluate current and future procedures analytically.
• Optimize layouts.

Other Regular Daily Tasks

• Participate in daily start-up meetings.
• Pre-audit inbound and outbound areas.
• Prepare weekly and monthly Supply Chain reports and KPIs.
• Plan and conduct performance tests in production and logistics areas to track issues.
• Track open topics in focus group meetings.
• Track open topics in safety group meetings.
• Update training standard methods and procedures.

Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Fluent English, both oral and written
• Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented and self-reliant approach
• Communication and organizational skills
• Intercultural interest
• Flexibility and openness to change
• High motivation
• Optional supply chain knowledge and warehouse management experience

Requirements

• 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.
• Availability for a minimum of six months.

Benefits

• Paid internship with an hourly rate of $18
• Coverage of visa costs
• $700 monthly housing stipend
• Health benefits
• Company retirement plan
• Annual profit share
• Possible mobility offers
• Coaching
• Flextime
• Possible employee events, discounts, mobile phone, and parking
• Canteen and café
• Near-site childcare

How to Apply

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

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