About Mercedes-Benz:
Mercedes-Benz is a renowned automotive company that was founded in 1926 in Stuttgart, Germany. It has a rich history, with one of its founders, Karl Benz, having invented the first gasoline-powered car in 1886. While operating as Daimler-Benz, it became a division of Daimler AG. Mercedes-Benz is globally recognized for manufacturing luxury cars, buses, coaches, and trucks. In Africa, the company has a presence in East London, South Africa, operating as Mercedes-Benz South Africa. The company has plans to expand its operations into other African regions in the near future.
Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2025-2026:
Mercedes-Benz runs bursaries through the Mercedes-Benz Learning Academy, which was established to support local talent and skills development in the Eastern Cape province. This academy was a pioneering non-racial institution in the South African automotive industry, fully integrated at the time of its creation.
The bursaries provided by Mercedes-Benz cover tuition costs and other expenses for students who may not be able to afford higher education. By offering these bursaries, the company aims to enhance the talent pool in South Africa.
For the academic session of 2025-2026, Mercedes-Benz is offering bursaries in the following fields of study:
- Business Studies (Sales, After-sales, Marketing, and Communications)
- Computer Engineering/Information Technology/Software Development, etc.
- Finance/Accounting
- Human Resources
- Law (Legal and Compliance)
- Mechanical, Electrical, and Industrial Engineering
- Supply Chain/Logistics
The bursary amount is determined on a case-by-case basis and covers the following expenses:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation/Transportation expenses
- Textbook costs
- Digital allowance
Bursary recipients will have the opportunity to study at a university of their choice and work at Mercedes-Benz, Pretoria (Menlyn Maine) during their vacations. Upon completing their education, they may also join the MBSA Graduate Development program.
Eligibility Criteria for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary:
To be considered for the Mercedes-Benz bursary program, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen or possess a valid work visa or permit.
- Must have completed Matriculation (Grade 12).
- Must be pursuing a qualification in one of the specified fields of study.
- Must be studying at a recognized and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa.
- Must be studying full-time (not part-time).
- Must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric.
- Must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% at the tertiary level if currently studying.
- Must not be an employee of the Mercedes-Benz group of companies.
Preference will be given to students with disabilities, and psychometric tests may be used in the selection process.
How to Apply for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary:
Eligible candidates should follow these steps to apply for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa bursary:
- Complete the online application form available on the Mercedes-Benz South Africa website
- Create an account if you don’t have one, or log in if you already do.
- Fill in all the required fields and ensure that all details are accurate and complete.
Documents Required:
Attach the following documents along with your application:
- Certified copies of valid ID documents issued by a South African authority. Foreign applicants must provide proof of foreign national status (certified copies only).
- Grade 11 latest results and Matriculation (Grade 12) latest results (certified copies only).
- If Matric has been completed, submit the Matric certificate (certified copies only).
- Full academic record at the tertiary level (certified copies only).
- Updated CV.
- Proof of disability, if applicable.
Closing Date of the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary:
The application deadline for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa bursary is [su_highlight background=”#DDFF99″ color=”#000000″]27 January 2025-2026[/su_highlight].
Contact Details:
For more information about the bursary program, you can contact Koketso Dineo Mookeletsi at ‘koketso.mookeletsi@daimler.com‘.
