About this role

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Do you want to unlock your full potential and help shape the transformation at Mercedes-Benz? Then our international graduate program “Inspire – Your Journey of Growth” offers a unique opportunity to contribute, learn, and grow.

We are looking for ambitious graduates and early professionals who are open and willing to take on new perspectives and drive the change.

Shape your individual Journey of Growth:

The program will start July 1st, 2026
During your 14-month trainee program you work on exciting projects at home and abroad, tailored to your profile and career goals
A top-level mentor will accompany you throughout the program, offering guidance for your professional development and helping you build a strong network for your future career
Participate in our training camps where you reflect on your strengths and unlock your full potential
Bring your pioneering spirit to current business projects: We combine your perspective and your ideas with our innovative product development to create the world's most desirable cars

As a Trainee ADAS & Body Electronics Development, you will be part of the core E/E development team for Mercedes-Benz Vans. Our mission is to enhance our vehicles with cutting‑edge Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and state‑of‑the‑art electronic and mechatronic body functions. You will contribute to the entire development process – from system specification to real‑world validation. By understanding customer needs, you will help translate them into the best possible technical solutions. Collaboration is key: you will work closely with international partners and represent our requirements in a fast‑changing environment. In addition, you will coordinate development activities across the value chain, ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders from product management to operations and after‑sales.

Qualifications

An above‑average degree (master, MBA or doctorate) in electrical engineering, cybernetics, automotive engineering or comparable
Maximum of 3 years of professional experience (apart from studies)
At least 3 months of experience abroad (study, international internship, work and travel)
Strong affinity for digital technologies and enthusiasm for future trends
We value applicants who show a strong sense of social responsibility
Excellent English and German skills (C1)
You are eager to shape the transformation at Mercedes-Benz and take responsibility
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with exceptional analytical abilities
You demonstrate strong teamwork skills who motivates others to achieve their goals

We are looking forward to your application. We have a multi‑stage recruiting process: If you successfully pass our Online Assessment and a short video interview, we will invite you to our Inspire Day at the end of March 2026 in Stuttgart, Germany.

If you would like to get more information about our new Inspire program, have a look at our career website: Mercedes-Benz Career Website.

We particularly welcome online applications from candidates with disabilities or similar impairments in direct response to this job advertisement. If you have any questions, you can contact the local disability officer once you have submitted your application form, who will gladly assist you in the onward application process: [email protected]