Mercedes-Benz Group AG is one of the world’s most successful automotive companies and a global leader in premium mobility. As part of Mercedes-Benz AG, Mercedes-Benz Vans stands for innovation, quality, and intelligent mobility solutions. With iconic vehicles like the Sprinter, Vito and V-Class, we’re shaping the future of urban and commercial transport and setting benchmarks for an entire vehicle class.

Our VAN.EA and VAN.CA projects (Van Electric Architecture and Van Combustion Architecture) are at the heart of this transformation. These platforms define the next generation of vans, driving innovation in technology, efficiency, and sustainable mobility.

As an intern, you won’t just observe this change, you’ll be part of it. You’ll step into the center of strategic project management, gaining first-hand insight into how large-scale vehicle programs are developed and brought to life. Collaborating with experts across multiple disciplines, you’ll witness how strategic decisions are made and contribute directly to projects that shape the future of mobility. Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll not only build key skills in communication, structured problem-solving, and strategic thinking, but also gain a unique perspective on how innovation is driven within a global automotive leader that defines excellence.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Support strategic project leads in preparing decision materials for top management, gaining a real understanding of how major business decisions are shaped

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and help drive key project topics forward, developing hands-on experience in managing complex stakeholder interactions

• Plan, facilitate and follow up on workshops and committee meetings, sharpening your organizational and communication skills in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment

• Prepare reports and decision documents that feed directly into development committees and leadership, strengthening your analytical and presentation capabilities

• Take ownership of dedicated projects, learning to solve problems independently and make a visible contribution to strategic outcomes

• Ensure smooth collaboration across departments and international locations, experiencing how global teamwork drives innovation

• Contribute as a valued team member in a high-performing environment and experience the pulse of a premium automotive brand from the inside

The activity can begin from March/April 2026.

• Studies in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, economics or a related field

• Knowledge of German and English is mandatory

• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook

• A genuine interest in project management, strategic topics and automotive innovation

• An affinity for the automotive industry, ideally with first practical experience in project work or product development

• Experience in automotive development or project management is a plus

• A strong sense of responsibility, commitment, and reliability

• A high degree of independence, initiative, and structured working style

• Strong team and communication skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

Please note that your internship at this location must be mandatory.

Step into the world of Mercedes-Benz and shape what moves tomorrow.

Additional Information:

We look forward to receiving your online application, including a resume, cover letter, certificates, current certificate of enrollment stating your semester, proof of mandatory internship if applicable, and proof of the standard period of study. Please remember to mark your documents as "relevant for this application" in the online form and observe the maximum file size of 5 MB.

You can find further information on the hiring criteria here.

Severely disabled applicants and applicants with equivalent status are welcome! The representative for severely disabled employees (sbv-zentrale@mercedes-benz.com) will gladly support you in the application process.

HR Services will be happy to help you with any questions you may have about the application process. You can reach us by email at myhrservice@mercedes-benz.com or by phone at 0711/17-99000 (Mon-Fri 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm).