Applications Open for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Graduate Programme 2026 (Pretoria)

Applications Open for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Graduate Programme 2026 (Pretoria). Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) is offering a unique development opportunity for recently qualified graduates, who desire to be an integral part of the MBSA talent pool.

What Does the MBSA Graduate Development Programme Offer?

• Relevant practical experience in your field of study,
• Exposure to a world class company and well-established brand,
• An opportunity to apply for positions within the organization,
• Coaching and mentoring support.

What Are the Criteria?

• Grade 12 – Matric
• Relevant Tertiary Qualification, with a minimum average pass mark 65%.
• The requirement is to have a completed qualification.

Qualifications

Who Can Apply?

• Candidates who have recently graduated within the last 3 years.
• A South African Citizen.
• Recently qualified graduates, (with a Diploma (NQF L6)/Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQFL7) or relevant equivalent Tertiary qualification), in the following career streams:
  • Information Technology or Computer Sciences
  • Accounting or Financial Management
  • Business Studies (Marketing and Sales related)
  • Business Management (Business Processes/ Project Management/ Business Administration/ Banking / Cost & Management / Customs / Tax)
  • Logistics Management
  • Data Science, Analytics and Informatics
  • Social Sciences and Business Management (Processes, Policy and Governance, Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Industrial Sociology, Diversity studies)
  • LLB (1-year post admission experience)

In Your Application, Please Include:

• A CV as an attachment (ensure that the file size is small enough to upload, e.g. PDF),
• Certified copies of your Grade 12 (Matric certificate) and tertiary certificates accompanied by an academic transcript,
• A copy of your certified ID,
• Ensure a contact number and email address is provided.

How to Apply?

Apply online by logging onto the Mercedes-Benz Careers website at Job search | Mercedes-Benz Group > Careers > Job search

Search for Mercedes-Benz South Africa Graduate Development Programme (GDP)

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

• Division’s Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998.
• Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities”. 

Other Important information 

Closing Date: 31 January 2026

Late and incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have not heard from us by 27 February 2026, please take it that your application has been unsuccessful.