PETALING JAYA, July 2 – In response to the growing demand for skilled talent, Schneider Electric has partnered with INTI International University & Colleges to address the talent gap in Malaysia’s semiconductor industry and beyond. Eugene Quah, Schneider Electric’s Country President for Malaysia, stressed the importance of strategic partnerships between businesses and universities to cultivate lifelong learning and continuous development opportunities. This collaboration aims to prepare students and the current workforce to meet the evolving demands of the business landscape.
Through Schneider Electric’s Next Gen Programs, such as the Schneider Internship Program and Schneider Graduate Program, students will gain practical, hands-on work experiences. INTI will also offer Schneider Electric employees access to its Programs for Working Professionals at preferential rates, encouraging upskilling and enhancing their capabilities. Chong Kok Wai, CEO of INTI, highlighted that such initiatives are essential for closing the talent gap, elevating industry standards, and sustaining business growth through a collaborative approach between academia and industry.
