Pretoria Bursary Programme 2026 (MBSA)

Daimler Trucks North America LLC; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive company in Pretoria is offering a bursary program for South African citizens who are in Grade 12 or first and second-year tertiary students. Participants will receive financial aid for tuition, accommodation, and other expenses, as well as the opportunity to work at the company during vacations. The program aims to foster talent in various fields including Engineering, IT, Finance, and more. Applications close on 23 January 2026.

Benefits

Tuition fees covered

Accommodation/transport expenses paid

Stipend for living costs

Digital allowances

Qualifications

• South African Citizens eligible to apply.
• Grade 12 learners or students in full-time studies.
• Fields of study: Engineering, IT, Finance, Logistics, HR, Law.

Education

Grade 12 with at least 70% average

65% average at tertiary level

Job description

Job Description - Pretoria Bursary Programme 2026 (MBSA) (MER0003XG4)

Pretoria Bursary Programme 2026 (MBSA) Group: Mercedes-Benz Group AG

Description

Get a head start into the world of work by participating in the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme and transport your career with one of the world’s most successful automotive companies. The Programme aims to harness outstanding achievers at Grade 12 and Tertiary levels into our fold of growing Talent, by offering the participant financial aid for studies as well as experiential learning.

Why a Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary?

• Study at a University of your choice*
• Tuition fees, accommodation/transport expenses, stipend, textbooks and digital allowances are paid for*
• Work at Mercedes-Benz, Pretoria (Menlyn Maine) during your school vacations*
• Join the MBSA Graduate Development programme after studying*

*Conditions apply

Who can apply?

• South African Citizens
• Grade 12 learners
• Students enrolled for or currently pursuing full‑time studies (1st and 2nd year students)
• Anyone studying or intending to study in the following fields:
  • Mechanical, Electrical and Industrial Engineering
  • Computer Engineering / Information Technology / Software Development etc.
  • Finance / Accounting
  • Supply Chain / Logistics
  • Human Resources
  • Law – Legal and Compliance

Who may not apply?

Employees of Mercedes-Benz South Africa Group of Companies

Attachments

• Certified copy of your Grade 12 results, or recent full tertiary academic record.
• Certified copy of your Identity Document (ID).

Mercedes-Benz South Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered; however the following will apply:

• Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.
• Division’s Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998.
• Code of good practise on the employment of people with disabilities.
• Applications sent by email WILL NOT BE considered. Email address provided for query purposes only.

Other Important information

• Closing date for entries is 23 January 2026.
• NB! LATE AND INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
• Should you not hear from Mercedes-Benz South Africa (Human Resources division), please consider your application as unsuccessful.

IMPORTANT: For an optimal selection process, please attach all relevant documents.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with at least 70% average for your final matric results
• 65% average at tertiary level for the most recent semester results

Organization

Mercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd

Primary Location

South Africa – Gauteng – Pretoria

Work Locations

210 Aramist Avenue, 210 Aramist Avenue, Waterkloof Glen Zwartkop, P.O Box 10829 Pretoria 0010