Mercedes Tech Program: Bevill & Wallace State
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Bevill State - Hamilton or Sumiton
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The Mercedes Tech Co-Op application is available for anyone to apply.
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Fast Facts
- The co-op program requires at least 2 working semesters at MBUSI.
- Starting pay for 1st working semester is $16 per hour. Increase for the 2nd working semester.
- Housing stipend of $400/month provided during working semesters.
- Paid for hours worked in production and training at the training center.
- Mercedes Tech shirts are provided as well as any safety materials that may be required.
Application Process
Program FAQs
How long is the program of study for the Mercedes Tech Co-op Program?
The Co-op opportunity requires students to work at the plant at least 2 semesters during their course of study for the associate's degree in automotive technology at either Bevill State or Wallace State Community College.
What will I be doing while I’m working at the plant?
What is the main focus for the program?
What will the benefits be while in the Mercedes Tech Co-op Program?
Your benefits will include the tuition and fees assistance provided by Mercedes-Benz and the value of obtaining a quality education from either Bevill State or Wallace State Community College. Other benefits include: paid work hours, team wear, safety shoes and any other safety gear that is needed to perform your job.
Can I take classes online?
What are my financial requirements while in the program?
All students are responsible for their portion of the tuition and fees and for any books that may be required. Please see "TUITION AND FEES SUPPORT FROM MBUSI" section (below).
What should I consider before applying?
- All candidates should review the details of the program.
- All students will be expected to work at least 2 semesters at MBUSI and rotate shifts. Primarily, summer semesters.
- All students will be expected to be present and on time at school and work.
- All students must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.
- All students will be required to work their regular scheduled hours at work, which also includes any overtime that may be scheduled.
The program is 2 years in length, including the working semesters. All candidates should consider this before applying. This takes commitment. The program guidelines state that Mercedes-Benz will offer full time employment to the top percent of those students that successfully complete the program within a certain GPA range.
What should I consider before applying?
- All candidates should review the details of the program.
- The 6 terms of instruction are back to back and the amount of work will be limited while attending school.
- All students will be expected to rotate shifts.
- All students will be expected to be present and on time at school and work.
- All students must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.
- All students will be required to work their regular scheduled hours at work, which also includes any overtime that may be scheduled.
The program is 2 years in length. All candidates should consider this before applying. This takes commitment. The program guidelines state that Mercedes-Benz will offer full time employment to the top percent of those students that successfully complete the program within a certain GPA range.
What are the criteria used to determine the top %?
After completing the program and I’m offered a position with Mercedes-Benz, what are some other opportunities?
Tuition And Fees Support from MBUSI:
The above tuition and fees assistance is dependent upon the student maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- If you maintain a 3.0 and above GPA, Mercedes-Benz increases the support!
- Potentially, 100% of your tuition and fees could be paid by Mercedes-Benz!
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- 4 semesters at Bevill State or Wallace State and 2 working semesters at MBUSI.
- Gain valuable hands-on experience during your working semesters at the plant.
- An opportunity for full-time employment with Mercedes-Benz is possible for any co-op student that successfully completes the course of study with at least a 3.0 GPA and receives a successful work evaluation.
- Top percent of students will be assessed to work in our Assembly repair area based on need. Other students will go into Assembly production.