About the Bursary
The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme supports Grade 12 learners and tertiary students studying in fields relevant to the company's manufacturing operations in East London. The programme start date is stated as immediately on the official listing.
What the Bursary Offers
The official listing marks some items as subject to conditions.
- Tuition fees
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Stationery
- Stipend
- Vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London, subject to conditions
- Study at a university of your choice, subject to conditions
Who Can Apply
- Grade 12 learners
- Students enrolled in or currently completing full-time studies
- First-year students receive preference
- South African-born citizens
- Applicants residing in the Eastern Cape receive preference
- Preference is given to children of MBSA employees
Academic Requirements
- Grade 12 learners: an overall average of at least 70%
- Mathematics and/or Physical Science: at least 65% where required for the chosen field of study
- Current Grade 12 learners submit their latest third-term results
- Tertiary students: at least 65% based on the latest semester results
- Tertiary applicants submit their latest academic results and matric certificate
Approved Fields of Study
- Computer Engineering
- Information Technology
- Software Development
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metrology
- Analytical Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering (BSc)
- Mechatronics
- Metallurgy
- Finance
- Accounting
- Economics
- Supply Chain
- Logistics
- Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
Documents Required
- CV/resume in PDF format
- Certified Grade 12 third-term results for current Grade 12 learners, or the most recent full tertiary academic record plus matric certificate for tertiary students
- Certified copy of the Identity document
- Completed questionnaire
Closing Date
Applications close on 12 November 2026. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Applications must be completed through the official Mercedes-Benz careers portal. Use the Apply button to open the official listing, attach all required documentation and complete the mandatory questionnaire. Applications sent by email will not be considered. The address mbsaelTalentPipelines@mercedes-benz.com is for queries only. If you do not hear from Mercedes-Benz South Africa within 6 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.
The Apply Now button will take you to the organisation's official application page when a live opportunity is published.