Internship in Assembly Operations (International Student)
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Job summary
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. in Alabama offers an internship in Assembly Operations for international students. The program emphasizes analyzing and optimizing production processes, cross-functional collaboration, and exposure to automotive manufacturing at MBUSI's Alabama facilities, including body and paint shop interactions.
You must be enrolled in university or gap year, with visa coverage and housing stipend provided; March 2027 start date; hourly rate of $18.
Qualifications
- Education, Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met to qualify for position.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- Familiarity with Power BI and basic Microsoft Office tools recommended.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and optimize Assembly production management processes.
- Support standardization of shop floor management systems.
- Work directly with production management teams.
- Assist with cross-functional problem-solving activities.
- Support resolution of product and process-related issues.
- Collaborate with Body Shop, Paint Shop, and supplier partners.
- Develop and implement improvement measures.
- Participate in process optimization initiatives.
- Support data analysis and performance reporting.
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects.
- Gain exposure to automotive manufacturing operations.
- Daily attendance and evaluation of Assembly Core Teams and Escalation meetings.
- Drive problem resolution for complex topics.
- Support shopfloor process management.
- Regular reporting of project and problem-solving status.
Skills
Education
Job description
Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!
The best chapters in Alabama’s automotive success story are yet to come. The Mercedes-Benz automobile of the future will be different; greener, more efficient, safer, and even more fascinating.
Only one thing will never change – It will wear a star.
The vehicles we manufacture are the finished results of our skilled workforce, and we're hiring even more. We are looking for Specialists and Team Members to join us in crafting a wide variety of vehicles from the Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV to our all-electric electric vehicle, the EQS SUV and EQE SUV. Our Tuscaloosa County site is home to the production of Mercedes' luxury SUV models, including electric vehicles. Just down the road in Bibb County, MBUSI has launched the production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries. Our two campuses are among the most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the world, with over 6 million square feet combined.
MBUSI offers an excellent total rewards package including competitive compensation, health and life insurance, 401(k) matching program and defined contribution retirement plan, annual bonuses, tuition assistance, and paid holidays. Further on-site MBUSI resources such as childcare, medical center and fitness center are available for all to utilize.
Our Team Members share a common goal to be the best luxury auto manufacturer in North America. MBUSI is committed to excellence and actively promotes positive team culture, teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Mercedes-Benz, U.S. International, Inc. takes pride in being an Equal Employment Opportunities workplace. Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, age, ethnic origin, and any other characteristics classified under applicable Local and Federal laws.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to join us in electrifying the future!
Analyze and optimize Assembly production management processes
Support standardization of shop floor management systems
Work directly with production management teams
Assist with cross-functional problem-solving activities
Support resolution of product and process-related issues
Collaborate with Body Shop, Paint Shop, and supplier partners
Develop and implement improvement measures
Participate in process optimization initiatives
Support data analysis and performance reporting
Contribute to continuous improvement projects
Gain exposure to automotive manufacturing operations
Daily attendance and evaluation of Assembly Core Teams and Escalaton Meetings
Drive problem resolution for complex and legacy topics
Support shopfloor process management
Regular reporting of project and problem solving status and next steps
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position.
Bachelor's degree inMechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or in a related area, and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Understanding of Engineering Problem Solving
Basic Microsoft Computer Knowledge
Understanding of Vehicle Systems and Terminology
Focus on Standard Automotive Production System
Power Bi trained
- March 2027
- Paid Internship- hourly rate $18
- Coverage of visa costs
- $700 monthly housing stipend
- Currently enrolled in University or in a gap year between Bachelor'sand Master's degree
- Studies outside of the U.S.A
- A minimum of 3semesters of studies in relevant field of study
- Available for a minimum of 6months
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