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Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2027 Intake

Mercedes-Benz Group AG
East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa Posted Oct 14, 2026
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The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2027 Intake (East London)

The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2027 Intake (East London)

Tasks

Build your career with the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme. The programme supports high-performing Grade 12 learners and tertiary students with financial assistance and world class vacation work experience.

The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Offers:

  • Tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery and a stipend*
  • Vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London (Conditions apply.)
  • Study at a university of your choice*

Eligibility:

  • Grade 12 learners
  • Students enrolled in or currently completing full-time studies (first-year students will receive preference)
  • South African-born Citizens
  • Applicants residing in the Eastern Cape receive preference
  • Preference is given to children of MBSA employees.
  • Applicants studying or planning to study in one of the following fields:
  • Computer Engineering, Information Technology or Software Development
  • Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Metrology
  • Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (BSc)
  • Mechatronics
  • Metallurgy
  • Finance, Accounting or Economics
  • Supply Chain or Logistics
  • Human Kinetics & Ergonomics

Qualifications

Selection Criteria:

  • Grade 12 learners must have an overall average of at least 70%, including at least 65% in Mathematics and/or Physical Science where required for the chosen field of study.

  • Current Grade 12 learners must submit their latest third-term results. Applicants already studying at a tertiary institution must submit their final matric certificate.

  • Tertiary students must have an average of at least 65% based on their latest semester results.

  • The latest available academic results are utilized to assess all shortlisted candidates.

  • Closing Date

  • Closing Date: 12 November 2026

In your application, please include:

  • A CV/resume in a suitable file size for uploading (in PDF format).

  • A certified copy of your Grade 12 third-term results (for current Grade 12 learners) or your most recent full tertiary academic record, along with your matric certificate if you are currently studying at tertiary level.

  • A certified copy of your ID document.

  • Please ensure that you complete the questionnaire, failure to do so will disqualify your application.

  • Late and incomplete applications will not be considered. Important: For an optimal selection process, please attach all relevant documentation.

  • 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.

Benefits

  • Mobile Phone for Employees Possible

  • Health Benefits

  • Discounts for Employees Possible

  • Events for Employees

  • Contact

  • Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd

  • 7 Settlers Way Gately Industrial Township, East London

  • Sheneera Rehana Chantal Renga

  • Sheneera.Renga at mercedes-benz dot com

  • Please note: contact details are provided for reference purposes only.

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