Organization: Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd
Department: HR Management Manufacturing
Location: East London, South Africa (Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing)
Job Category: HR
Start Date: Immediately
Working Time: Full-time
Publication Date: 21 October 2025
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Job Number: MER0003TZ3
Contact Person: Renee Jade Louise Vengadajellum
Email (queries only): jade.vengadajellum@mercedes-benz.com
Programme Overview:
The Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) Bursary Programme provides financial and experiential support to outstanding learners and tertiary students. The programme offers:
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Tuition at a university of your choice (conditions apply)
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Financial support covering tuition, meals, accommodation, stationery, and allowances
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Vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz East London
Who Can Apply:
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South African citizens
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Residents of the Eastern Cape (advantageous)
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Grade 12 learners or full-time tertiary students (1st-year students have added advantage)
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Fields of study eligible:
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Computer Engineering / IT / Software Development
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Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering
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Mechatronics
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Metallurgy
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Metrology
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Analytical Chemistry / Chemical Engineering (BSc)
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Finance / Accounting / Economics
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Supply Chain / Logistics
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Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
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Exclusions:
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Employees of Mercedes-Benz South Africa Group of Companies
Selection Criteria:
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Grade 12 learners: Overall average ≥70%, Mathematics/Physical Science ≥65% (engineering streams)
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Tertiary students: Minimum 65% average in most recent semester
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Submission of latest academic results and final matric certificate
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Final-year academic results considered for shortlisted candidates
Application Requirements:
Applicants must attach:
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CV in PDF format
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Certified copy of Grade 12 third-term results (current learners) or full tertiary record (including matric certificate if currently studying)
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Certified copy of ID document
Note: Applications sent by email will not be considered. Late or incomplete applications will be disqualified.
Benefits:
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Health benefits
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Employee discounts (possible)
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Employee events
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Mobile phone (possible)
Important: Mercedes-Benz South Africa promotes employment equity, including persons with disabilities. Foreign nationals must meet visa/permit requirements per Immigration Act 13, 2002.