Internship in Program Steering (International Student)

Daimler AG; Vance (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship - hourly rate $18

Visa costs covered

Housing bonus $700

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. in Alabama offers an internship focused on supply chain analytics and BI.

You will develop KPI dashboards, prepare top-management presentations, participate in national and international project meetings, and analyze supplier data. Ideal candidates are enrolled in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business Administration, fluent in English with basic German, and familiar with Power BI and Office applications.

Qualifications

• Student in Industrial Engineering or related field
• Fluent English; basic German preferred
• Proficient in reports and MS Office
• Basic supply chain understanding
• Project management skills beneficial
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Open-minded with cross-cultural exposure
• Flexible in fast-paced environment
• Supplier development/manufacturing knowledge favorable
• Knowledge of automotive industry a plus
• Power BI and Microsoft Power Platform experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop KPI dashboards to aid supplier management
• Prepare KPI-based top management presentations
• Participate in national and international project meetings
• Present current supplier capacity status in project meetings
• Analyze supplier-related data points
• Visit local suppliers to gain manufacturing knowledge
• Collaborate with team in external communications with suppliers
• Support code development with team data analysts

Skills

English fluency

German language

MS Office

Power BI basics

Power Platform

Supply chain basics

Project management

Cross-cultural experience

Manufacturing knowledge

Supplier development

Automotive industry knowledge

Education

Industrial Engineering / related field

Tools

Power BI

PowerApps

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aufgaben

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.

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.

Essential Functions:

• Development of KPI Dashboard to help facilitate proactive supplier management
• Preparation of KPI based top management presentations
• Participation in regular national and international project meetings
• Preparation and presentation of current supplier capacity status in project meetings
• Data analysis of supplier related data points
• Gain knowledge about manufacturing by visiting local suppliers

Other Regular Daily Tasks:

• Participate in daily team meetings and regular external communication
• Support with external communication to suppliers
• Support with code development along side team data alalysts

Qualifikationen

Education, Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position.

Education:

Student in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or in a related area, and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Fluent proficiency in English; Good German skills preferred
• Ability to create reports and to be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
• Basic supply chain understanding
• Project management skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Open-minded, ideally, with experience in different cultures
• High flexibility and adaptability in a fast-pacing environment
• High motivation and willingness to learn
• Supplier development and/or manufacturing knowledge is favorable
• Knowledge of automotive companies is a plus
• Supplier development and/or manufacturing knowledge is favorable
• First experiences with Power BI application is beneficial
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform Preferred (PowerBI PowerApps)

Preferred Start Date:

• February 2027

Benefits:

• Paid internship - hourly rate $18
• Coverage of visa costs
• $700 housing bonus

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in University or in a gap year between Bachelor'sand Master’s degree
• Studies outside of the U.S.A(we are not accepting applications from students who are currently studying in the U.S.A)
• A minimum of 3semesters of studies in relevant field of study
• Available for a minimum of 6months