Mercedes-Benz South Africa invites academically deserving students to apply for the Mercedes-Benz Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 12 November 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
Reference Number: MER00049EO
Study Level: Undergraduate studies
About the Mercedes-Benz Bursary Programme
The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme provides financial support to students pursuing qualifications in selected engineering, technology, finance, science and supply chain-related fields.
Successful bursary recipients may also have an opportunity to participate in vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary is available for undergraduate studies in the following fields:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Information Technology
- Software Development
- Finance
- Accounting
- Economics
- Human Kinetics and Ergonomics
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Metallurgy
- Metrology
- Supply Chain
- Logistics
What the Mercedes-Benz Bursary Covers
The bursary provides financial support towards:
- Tuition fees.
- Meals.
- Accommodation.
- Stationery.
- Stipend.
Successful students may also gain practical exposure through vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be currently in Matric or have already completed Matric.
- Be studying or intending to study full-time towards one of the approved qualifications.
- Be enrolled or intending to enrol at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa.
Requirements for Current Matric Students
Current Matric learners must have:
- A minimum overall academic average of 70%.
- At least 65% in Mathematics and/or Physical Science where required for the selected field of study.
Requirements for Current University Students
Current university students must have:
- A minimum overall average of 65% in their latest semester results.
Preference Criteria
Preference may be given to:
- First-year students.
- Students residing in the Eastern Cape.
- Children of Mercedes-Benz South Africa employees.
Students from other provinces are also encouraged to apply.
Documents Required
Applicants must upload clear copies of the following documents:
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified Matric Term 3 results if currently in Matric.
- Certified Matric certificate if Matric has already been completed.
- Certified copy of the most recent full tertiary academic record if currently studying.
- Curriculum Vitae in PDF format.
Applicants should make sure that all documents are complete and legible before submitting the application.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Mercedes-Benz careers platform.
Click here to apply for the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary 2027
Reference Number: MER00049EO
Applicants should:
- Open the official bursary vacancy.
- Click the Apply button.
- Read and accept the Recruiting Privacy Statement.
- Create a Mercedes-Benz careers account if they are a new user.
- Log in to the application platform.
- Complete the online bursary application.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
Important Application Information
Applicants should ensure that:
- Their academic results meet the required minimum averages.
- Their chosen qualification falls within one of the approved fields.
- Their supporting documents are certified where required.
- Their CV is uploaded in PDF format.
- Their application is completed before the closing date.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Closing Date
12 November 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.