Research and Development Intern

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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 2026

Learning Object:

We 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 Overview:

Join 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, RV’s, 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 Bachelor’s or Master’s 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 internship
• Applicants 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.

• Skills:

• Applicants 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.

• Opportunities:

• Working 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 orientation),age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC (“MBV Charleston”) is a Ladson, South Carolina-based production entity that manufactures Sprinter vans for the U.S. and Canadian markets.

The Sprinter plant officially opened in 2018 and serves as a key part of the Mercedes-Benz Vans global production network. MBV Charleston was selected as the first plant in this network to produce the all-new eSprinter, beginning in 2024. The company also continues to invest in the local community through donations to non-profits and schools, as well as active support of STEM education initiatives and volunteer programs.

Since 2006, Sprinter and Metris vans have been assembled in North Charleston and delivered to destinations across the United States. In 2025, the plant celebrated the assembly of the 5,000,000th Sprinter in the Mercedes-Benz global production network. The U.S. remains the second largest market for Sprinter vans after Germany.

https://mbvcharleston.com/