Students interested in pursuing a career in the fast-paced energy management industry should head to Atlanta for Schneider Electric's Innovation Summit that provides students with a the unique opportunity to new opportunities and new ways to make measurable improvements in energy efficiency, productivity, reliability, and sustainability - and to network with Schneider Electric employees. Students will discuss the industry's pressing issues including how to use innovation, digitization and automation to power a sustainable world.
Why attend the Innovation Summit?
At the summit, executives and current employees at Schneider Electric will be on hand to give students a chance to discover what it's like working for an industry leader and learn how it is advancing energy management and automation to help companies create a more sustainable future. The day will also provide the opportunity to network with other like-minded students and professionals and create a platform for the open exchange of ideas. The day's agenda includes a series of panel discussions and breakout sessions, where students will hear from the top names in the industry. Key speakers at the event include Chairmen and CEO of Schneider Electric Jean-Pascal Tricoire along with some of the top female names in the business such as Amy Francetic, Managing Director of Energize Ventures and Linda Yates, Founder and CEO, Mach49.
Getting hands on at the summit
The summit will also house the Innovation Hub – a 19,000+ square feet area dedicated to energy management and automation-related products, demos and solutions to immerse students in Schneider Electric's latest technologies.
For example, students can learn about Schneider Electric's flagship product, EcoStruxure™, an IoT-enabled, plug-and-play, open, interoperable architecture and platform that aims to deliver enhanced value around safety, reliability, operational efficiency, sustainability and connectivity. Students will also be able to see first hand what other innovative technologies Schneider Electric is busy creating to help shape the future of energy and automation.
Investing in the future
The Innovation Summit is just one example of how Schneider Electric is passionate about recruiting graduates into the company. In the UK, the company offers an 18 month Graduate Programme that provides fantastic insight into its diverse business here. Work placements in each of the key business areas ensure participants get a rounded experience of the company with hands-on experience of the different departments. The scheme also helps with skills training and commercial insight so that graduates are ready to launch a successful role within the company once the program has been completed.
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Whether you're a graduate looking for your first career move with a company that will nurture and inspire you, or you're a professional looking for your next step, Schneider Electric has lots of great job opportunities. They're a dynamic, global company actively looking for passionate people to help it continue to innovate at every level.
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