PETALING JAYA, July 24 — Schneider Electric has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universiti Malaya (UM) to bridge the gap between academia and industry, focusing on talent recruitment, joint research, and energy efficiency capacity building.
The partnership aims to equip students with real-world experience through internships, competitions, and exposure to Schneider Electric’s sustainability initiatives. The two-year collaboration will also see both parties working on research in smart infrastructure and sustainability.
Aligned with Malaysia’s growing demand for engineering and AI talent. With a 90% graduate employability rate, UM views this alliance as a key step in nurturing career-ready, purpose-driven graduates poised to lead the country’s green transformation.
