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

In our department “Management and Steering of Product Projects Full-size Cars,” you will lead the lifecycle of the E-Class - one of our most iconic vehicle lines. From concept to ramp-up, you’ll ensure profitability, product maturity, and customer satisfaction. Acting as the central link between project management and cross-functional teams (development, sales, procurement, quality, production, controlling, design, after-sales), you’ll coordinate strategic decisions and present product opportunities to top management. Your role shapes the future of the full-size car segment and drives alignment with corporate goals. This position offers high visibility, broad responsibility, and the opportunity to influence one of the company’s most important product lines.

Qualifications

An above-average degree (master, MBA or doctorate) in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Information Technology, Business Informatics or comparable course of study
Maximum of 3 years of professional experience (apart from studies) e.g., in the automotive/supplier industry, project management or consulting
At least 3 months of experience abroad (study, international internship, work and travel)
Strong affinity for digital technologies and enthusiasm for future trends
Ideally experience with AI tools (e.g., Co-Pilot, ChatGPT) and Power BI or similar data analytics tools
We value applicants who show a strong sense of social responsibility
Excellent English skills (C1), proficiency in German (B2)
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.
For more information about our new Inspire program, visit Mercedes-Benz Career. You will find further open graduate positions under the #inspire-journey.
We particularly welcome online applications from candidates with disabilities or similar impairments. Contact: [email protected].