The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2026 Intake (East London)

Mercedes Benz AG; East London; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company offers a bursary program in East London for South African citizens, providing financial aid for university studies and work experience. Eligible applicants include Grade 12 learners and current tertiary students pursuing specified fields, enhancing their career prospects with experiential learning at the company.

Benefits

Tuition fees covered

Accommodation and meal allowances

Work experience during vacations

Qualifications

• Grade 12 learners must have an overall average of 70% or higher.
• Current tertiary students must have a minimum average of 65%.

Job 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 choice*
• Tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery, and allowances are paid for*
• Work at Mercedes-Benz, East London during your vacations*

*Conditions apply

What is the selection criteria?

• Grade 12 learners must have an overall average of 70% or higher, with a minimum average of 65% in Mathematics and/or Physical Science (for engineering-related streams).
• Current Grade 12 learners are required to submit their latest third-term results, while applicants already enrolled in tertiary studies must provide their final matric certificate.
• Applicants currently studying at a tertiary level must have a minimum average of 65% based on their most recent semester results.
• Final year academic results will be considered as part of the selection process for all shortlisted candidates.

In your application, please include

• A CV attached in a suitable file size for uploading (preferably in PDF format).
• A certified copy of your Grade 12 third-term results (for current Grade 12 learners) or your most recent full tertiary academic record, along with your matric certificate if you are currently studying at tertiary level.
• A certified copy of your ID document.

EMAIL ADDRESS TO BE USED FOR QUERY PURPOSES ONLY. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Late and incomplete applications will not be considered

Closing Date: 28 November 2025

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

If you do not hear from us within 6 weeks, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Mercedes-Benz South Africa is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting, this includes persons with disabilities. Interested foreign nationals who wish to apply must qualify for a work visa/permits as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.

Who can apply?

• South African Citizens
• Applicants who reside in the Eastern Cape region will have an added advantage when applying for the programme
• MBSA Employee children will have an added advantage when applying for the programme
• Grade 12 learners
• Students enrolled for or currently pursuing full-time studies (1st year students will have an added advantage)
• Anyone studying or intending to study in the following fields:

• Computer Engineering/ Information Technology/ Software Development
• Industrial/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Metrology
• Analytical Chemistry / Chemical Engineering (BSc)
• Mechatronics
• Metallurgy
• Finance/ Accounting / Economics
• Supply Chain/ Logistics
• Human Kinetics & Ergonomics

Who may not apply?

• Employees of Mercedes-Benz South Africa Group of Companies