Aufgaben Shape the future today.The world is changing. The question is what will be our contribution to the outcome We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer simpler and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.At Mercedes-Benz Vans we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think try and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.Start Date May 2026Learning ObjectWe value education and would like to invite current students to work with us as they work towards their educational goals. Our main objective is to give students experience in a professional environment and present them with real world issues faced by organizations every day. We believe in working with our interns on a work schedule that allows them to focus on school and homework. We also believe in paying our interns competitive wages. This position will allow the aspiring engineer to gain insight to the work of customer solutions engineers. This internship will expose the team member to all levels in the organization to assist in building a resume that will allow the team member to become competitive in the job market.Job OverviewJoin the Mercedes-Benz Vans Upfitter Team as a Research & Development Intern By becoming a subject matter expert in different working fields of mechanical electrical and software engineering you will be responsible for managing detailed and accurate technical requirements for vehicle modifications Upfitting. Your work will be part of a interdisciplinary project in between manufacturing development sales and after-sales. Meanwhile you will learn to technically support Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van Upfitters in the USA and Canada i.e. Winnebago Airstream etc..This position is supervised by a senior engineer and will report to the Head of R&D at MBV Charleston.Responsibilities· Support and eventually lead the Body-and-Equipment-Guideline Update Project implementing technical related updates for Sprinter Model Year 2027.· Become a subject matter expert for technical van modifications performed by Van Upfitters Camper Vans RVs People Movers Parcel delivery etc. in terms of technical consultation and documentation.· Manage technical projects together with other team members across multiple teams with the mutual goal to succeed with Sprinter Van modifications in the U.S and Canada.· Support Sprinter Van manufacturing with R&D related problem-solving tasks.· Perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifikationen Having graduated within the past 12 months or currently working towards a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or relevant degree is required to participate in the intern program. Enthusiast in overall vehicle development. First practical experience preferable.All candidates should be available for a 6 months full time internshipApplicants should be eager driven focused hard-working individuals that are ready to assist a growing company with handling a complex multi-million dollar project. He or she should be willing to learn and be taught skills from experienced members of the team. The individual should be self-motivated and interested in adding value and making a difference within an organization.Preferred Qualifications· Enthusiast in overall vehicle development and Van Upfits. First practical experience preferable.· German language skills preferable.· Project management skills are a plus.SkillsApplicants should be eager driven focused hard-working individuals. He or she should be willing to learn skills from experienced members of the team. The individual should be self-motivated and interested in adding value and making a difference within an organization.OpportunitiesWorking in a diverse and culturally international environment improve language skills like German.We are all in for change. Are you too Apply now.If you have experience in the above and are interested in joining an outstanding company we welcome you to apply. The division Mercedes-Benz Vans is world renown for quality and innovative products.Mercedes-Benz Vans LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity EEO to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race color ethnicity sex including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientationage national origin religion marital status veteran status physical or other disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.