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Powertrain Intern

Mercedes-Benz R&D North America
Long Beach, CA Intern
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

At Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA), we are committed to delivering world-class automotive technologies that push the boundaries of what is possible. Our teams of highly skilled engineers and designers use cutting-edge software and technology, to enhance the driving experience and reduce environmental impact. 


This is a six-month internship position with MBRDNA’s Long Beach Powertrain (VAN NAFTA & PADS) team. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and gain experience within the automotive industry. 

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Job Responsibilities:
  • Assist in variety of projects and work as part of the VAN NAFTA & PADS team.
  • Long term projects based on role within Gasoline, Drivability or Diesel sub-team.
  • Perform root cause analysis of issues; develop and confirm countermeasures.
  • Support emissions testing and resolution of powertrain issues.
  • Prepare and submit work orders to the internal R&D workshop in SAP PiT.
  • Arrange logistics of newly arrived parts as well as disposition of removed/used parts.
  • Professional status reporting using MS Office tools.
  • Monitor vehicle fleet and documentation in FiNAS.
  • Independent projects to identify and execute process changes for continuous improvement.
  • Work with vehicle development tools (ETAS INCA, MDA).
  • Work with vehicle diagnostic tools (DTS Monaco, Vediamo Ecoute, Diagmera).
  • Opportunity to get insight into various departments and their cooperation such as R&D workshop, Emissions Laboratory, Advanced Driver Assistant Systems, and E/E Integration.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Recent graduate or current student pursuing a degree in Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Minimum completion of junior year required.
  • Experience within MBRDNA or Mercedes-Benz entities is a plus.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Completion of junior year in college.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Skills to create and understand macros in VBA and to handle large data amounts in MS Excel.
  • Basic technical vehicle knowledge required.
  • Lifting up to 50 lb. 
  • Frequent use of speech, vision, hearing, use of hands for computer use and presentations. Frequent sitting, standing and reaching with hands.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Valid CA Driver’s License 


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Benefits/Perks:

•  PTO

• Sick Time


Additional Information:

The current hourly rate for this position is as follows and may be modified in the future: $28/hr (Undergraduate Students)/$32/hr (Graduate Student)


Why should you apply?

Here at MBRDNA, you create digital ecosystems around cars, you design a language between humans and machines, you make a car even more intelligent - you make the new reality for cars. MBRDNA was honored as one of the "Best Places to Work" by BuiltIn in January 2024, a testament to our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment. At each of our offices, we foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring every team member can thrive and innovate.


Benefits for Full-Time* Employees Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families

• 401(k) with employer match

• Up to 18 company-paid holidays

• Paid time off (flexible time off for salaried employees), sick time, and parental leave

• Tuition assistance program

• Wellness/Fitness reimbursement programs

* Internships & Contractors excluded from Full-Time Employee benefits



MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce. MBRDNA only accepts resumes from approved agencies who have a valid Agency Agreement on file. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, MBRDNA employees, or send to any MBRDNA location.  MBRDNA is not responsible for any fees or claims related to receipt of unsolicited resumes.


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