Internship in Supplier Quality - Focus Commodity Seats (International Student)

Mercedes-Benz Group AG; Vance (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa costs covered

Housing bonus

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. in Alabama is seeking interns to join the production and quality teams. This paid internship supports ramp up of models, data reporting, and cross-functional coordination.

Enroll as a student, available for at least 6 months, starting January 2027; visa costs covered and housing bonus of $700; minimum of 3 semesters in related field; studies outside the USA.

Qualifications

• Student in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data reporting tools.
• Familiarity with Mercedes quality and development processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support ramp up of model year vehicles at seat supplier Lear from PT1-3 to SOP.
• Drive quality topics to closure; create management summaries and report progress.
• Coordinate product validation samples and shipping samples timing.
• Assist SQEs in daily tasks and project work within Interior department.
• Suggest improvements to overall product quality through small projects.

Skills

MS Office

Quality processes

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Business Administration

Tools

START

PIA

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.

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!Please note that this is a paid internship.

Essential Functions:

• Support ramp up of Model year vehicles at seat supplier Lear from Production trials (PT1-3) to start of production (SOP)
• Drive quality related open topic lists to closure, create management summaries and report out on project progress
• Sample coordination including timing tracking for Product Validation (PV) samples and shipping samples
• Support Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) of the Interior department in daily and project tasks

• Opportunity to improve overall product quality with smaller projects (e.g. Improvement of seat protective foil)

Other Regular Daily Tasks:

• Support meetings with German counterparts from Research and Development (RD) and supplier
• KPI creation and follow up on open topics
• Report creation (Start extracts, PIA overviews, etc.) for supplier quality team

Qualifikationen

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

Education:

Student in: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration or in a related area, and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Skills, Certifications, etc.:

• Microsoft Office (Power Point, Excel, OneNote)
• Mercedes Quality and Development processes and tools (START, PIA, etc.)

Preferred Start Date:

• January 2027

Benefits:

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

Requirements:

• Currentlyenrolled 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