Mercedes-Benz South Africa is inviting Grade 12 learners and tertiary students who meet its academic requirements to apply for its 2027 bursary programme, listed under its East London intake.
Who can apply?
The programme has separate academic requirements for matric learners and students already at a tertiary institution:
- Grade 12 learners must have an overall average of at least 70%.
- Learners must also have at least 65% in Mathematics and/or Physical Science where these subjects are required for their chosen field of study.
- Tertiary students must have an average of at least 65%, based on their latest semester results.
Mercedes-Benz will use the latest available academic results when assessing shortlisted applicants. Current matric learners must submit their third-term results, while tertiary students must include their final matric certificate
What documents do you need?
Before starting your application, prepare the following:
- An updated CV in PDF format, with a file size suitable for uploading.
- A certified copy of your Grade 12 third-term results if you are currently in matric.
- Your most recent full tertiary academic record and matric certificate if you are already studying at a tertiary institution.
- A certified copy of your ID document.
- Applicants must also complete the questionnaire. Leaving it unfinished will disqualify your application, even if you have uploaded the supporting documents.
How to apply
Apply through the official Mercedes-Benz Careers listing [https://jobs.mercedes-benz.com/en/the-mercedes-benz-south-africa-bursary-programme-2027-intake-east-london-242568-mer00049eo]. Read the application instructions, complete the questionnaire and check that all your documents are attached before submitting.
For questions about the programme, email mbsaelTalentPipelines@mercedes-benz.com. This address is for enquiries only; applications sent by email will not be considered.
The closing date is 12 November 2026.
Mercedes-Benz says applicants who have not received a response within six weeks should consider their applications unsuccessful. The company also encourages the inclusion of persons with disabilities through its employment equity recruitment approach.
