Trainee Data Science​/AI engineer​/x

Job Description - Trainee Data Science / AI engineer (d/f/m/x) (MER
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VTG)

Group :
Mercedes-Benz Group AG

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.

• 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

Welcome to the world of Tech4

People (T4P) – where HR and IT merge to drive the digital transformation of HR and to manage, standardize, and optimize the global HR IT portfolio. Our values and principles are clear:
We lead the way and shape the future. True to our purpose "we unleash the power of tech, to let people do more with less". As an Inspire Trainee in the Data Scientist or AI Engineer field within T4P, you will work at this interface between Human Resources and Information Technology with a strong focus on AI. Your role involves significantly shaping HR’s digital transformation by developing, implementing, and coordinating Data Science and AI projects.

You’ll delve into HR processes, understanding HR’s business needs and the data they generate - from talent acquisition to employee retention. Utilizing data from various sources, you will develop value-adding digital solutions, including predictive models for, e.g., talent retention, personalized learning paths, and tools to optimize employee experience and to automate HR processes. You will be key in connecting HR experts with data insights, leading international (sub-)projects, and independently developing innovative AI and advanced data science solutions for HR.

• An above-average degree (master, MBA or doctorate) in Data Science, AI or Software Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Information Technology, Business Informatics or comparable course of study
• 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 . You will find further open graduate positions under the #inspire-journey.

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: s