Logistics Internship - Fall 2026 Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC, Charleston, SC Start from: immediately

Mercedes-Benz Group AG; Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $20/hr

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC (MBV Charleston) is offering a logistics internship at the Charleston, SC plant. You will assist the Program Planning Team, observe, support, and learn critical points under the guidance of a professional.

The role emphasizes creativity, innovation, and hands-on experience in production logistics. The internship is designed to be educational and practical, with an emphasis on developing tracking/reporting tools, process improvements, and sequencing system tracking.

Qualifications

• Graduated within past 12 months or currently pursuing Bach./Master’s in Logistics or related Engineering
• Experience in Logistics, SCM and/or Supplier Quality is a plus
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe) and strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop a tracking and reporting tool
• Process improvements
• Sequencing system tracking development
• Other activities as assigned

Skills

Communication

Multicultural environment

Analytical skills

Time management

Logistics exposure

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Logistics or related Engineering

Currently enrolled / recent graduation (gap year possible)

Minimum 3 semesters in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tasks

Shape the future today.

The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Job Overview

This position will assist the Program Planning Team with all logistics relevant activities at MBV. The intern’s role will be to observe, support and learn critical points under the direct guidance of a professional specialist or manager. The intern will be encouraged to be creative, innovative and resourceful as assigned tasks are carried out and completed in production logistics. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical.

Responsibilities

• Develop a tracking and reporting tool
• Process improvements
• Sequencing system tracking development
• Other activities as assigned

Qualifications

• Having graduated within the past 12 months or currently attaining a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Logistics or in a related Engineering field required
• Experience in the field of Logistics, Supply Chain Management and/or Supplier Quality is a plus
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient working in a multi-cultural environment
• Desire for continuous development and learning opportunities
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Languages: Spanish and/or German is a plus but not a requirement
• Specific areas of interest are logistics, procurement, order management, supplier development & supplier quality
• Applicants must be able to work full-time at the plant

Preferred Requirements

• Currently enrolled in University, in a gap year between Bachelor’s and Master’s degree, or recent graduate
• A minimum of 3 semesters of studies in relevant field of study
• Available for a minimum of 6 monthsAdditional details:
• Hourly rates hourly pay rate of $20.00hr for our internship program
• MBV does not offer assisted living or a relocation package for this assignment

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC (“MBV Charleston”) is a Ladson, South Carolina–based production entity that manufactures Sprinter vans for the U.S. and Canadian markets.

The Sprinter plant officially opened in 2018 and serves as a key part of the Mercedes-Benz Vans global production network. MBV Charleston was selected as the first plant in this network to produce the all-new eSprinter, beginning in 2024. The company also continues to invest in the local community through donations to non-profits and schools, as well as active support of STEM education initiatives and volunteer programs.

Since 2006, Sprinter and Metris vans have been assembled in North Charleston and delivered to destinations across the United States. In 2025, the plant celebrated the assembly of the 5,000,000th Sprinter in the Mercedes-Benz global production network. The U.S. remains the second largest market for Sprinter vans after Germany.

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation),age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.