Get a head start into the world of work by participating in the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme and transport your career with one of the world’s most successful automotive companies. The Programme aims to harness outstanding achievers at Grade 12 and Tertiary levels into our fold of growing Talent, by offering the participant financial aid for studies as well as experiential learning. 

 

Why a Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary?

• Study at a University of choice*
• Tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery, and allowances are paid for*
• Work at Mercedes-Benz, East London during your vacations*

*Conditions apply

 

What is the selection criteria?

• Grade 12, with 70% average / distinctions in Mathematics and/or Physical Science (engineering streams), for your most recent results (grade 12 third year results for current grade 12 learners, & final matric results for applicants at tertiary level)
• 65% average at tertiary level for the most recent semester results
• The final year results will form part of the selection process for those shortlisted candidates

 

 

In your application, please include

• A CV as an attachment (ensure that the file size is small enough to upload, e.g. PDF)
• A certified copy of your Grade 12 third term results, or most recent full Tertiary academic record if you are currently at tertiary level
• A certified copy of your ID

 

EMAIL ADDRESS TO BE USED FOR QUERY PURPOSES ONLY. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

 

Late and incomplete applications will not be considered

 Closing Date: 11 November 2024

IMPORTANT: For an optimal selection process, please attach all relevant documents.

 

If you do not hear from us within 6 weeks , please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Mercedes-Benz South Africa is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting, this includes persons with disabilities. Interested foreign nationals who wish to apply must qualify for a work visa/permits as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.

Who can apply?

• South African Citizens
• Applicants who reside in the Eastern Cape region will have an added advantage when applying for the programme
• MBSA Employee children will have an added advantage when applying for the programme
• Grade 12 learners
• Students enrolled for or currently pursuing full-time studies (1st year students will have an added advantage)
• Anyone studying or intending to study in the following fields:

 

• Computer Engineering/ Information Technology/ Software Development
• Industrial/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Metrology
• Analytical Chemistry / Chemical Engineering (BSc)
• Mechatronics
• Metallurgy
• Finance/ Accounting / Economics
• Supply Chain/ Logistics
• Human Kinetics & Ergonomics

 

Who may not apply?

• Employees of Mercedes-Benz South Africa Group of Companies