Applications Open for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2027 Intake (East London)

Applications Open for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2027 Intake (East London). Build your career with the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme. The programs supports high-performing Grade 12 learners and tertiary students with financial assistance and world class vacation work experience.

The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Offers:

• Tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery and a stipend*
• Vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London* (*Conditions apply.)
• Study at a university of your choice*

Eligibility:

• Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
• Grade 12 learners
• Students enrolled in or currently full-time studies (first-year receiving students will preference)
• South African-born Citizens
• Applicants residing in the Eastern Cape receive preference
• Preference is given to children of MBSA employees.
• Applicants study or planning to study in one of the following fields:
  • Computer Engineering, Information Technology or Software Development
  • Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Metrology
  • Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (BSc)
  • Mechatronics
  • Metallurgy
  • Finance, Accounting or Economics
  • Supply Chain or Logistics

Qualifications

Selection Criteria:

• Grade 12 learners must have an overall average of at least 70%, including at least 65% in Mathematics and/or Physical Science where required for the chosen field of study.
• Current Grade 12 learners must submit their latest third-term results. Applicants already studying at at tertiary institution submit must their final matric certificate.
• Tertiary students must have an average of at least 65% based on their latest semester results.
• The latest available academic results are besigned to assess all shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

Click HERE to apply

Closing Date: 12 November 2026

In your application, please include:

• A CV/resume in a suitable file size for uploading (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 at tertiary level.
• A certified copy of your ID document.
• Please ensure that you complete the questionnaire, failure to do so will disqualify your application.

Email: mbsaelTalentPipelines@mercedes-benz.com

• EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED IS FOR QUERY PURPOSES ONLY. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
• Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
• IMPORTANT: For an optimal process selection, please attach all relevant documentation.
• If you 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 disabilities persons with.